Sirona

The Sirona sensor by Singular Photonics is a high-performance SPAD (Single Photon Avalanche Diode) image sensor designed for advanced time-resolved imaging applications. Engineered for precision and scalability, Sirona features a 128 x 128 pixel array with integrated histogramming and preprocessing capabilities, enabling researchers and industrial users to capture rich spatial and temporal data with exceptional fidelity.

Sirona’s architecture supports multiple operational modes, including gated imaging and autocorrelation, making it ideal for applications requiring high-speed photon detection and analysis. With a focus on enabling real-time insights, Sirona combines compact design with powerful on-chip processing, reducing data bottlenecks and enhancing experimental throughput.

Key Features

• 128 x 128 SPAD Array: Offers high-resolution photon detection across a wide field, suitable for detailed spatial analysis.
• Integrated Histogramming: Enables time-resolved imaging directly on-chip, minimizing latency and post-processing requirements.
• Multi-Mode Operation: Supports gated imaging, autocorrelation, and ultra-fast acquisition modes for versatile experimental setups.
• On-Chip Preprocessing: Reduces data volume and accelerates analysis by performing key computations within the sensor.
• Compact and Scalable: Designed for integration into modular systems, facilitating deployment in both laboratory and field environments.
• Optimized for Time-Correlated Applications: Ideal for fluorescence lifetime imaging, quantum optics, and dynamic light scattering.

Technical Specifications

Feature         Specification

Sensor Type    SPAD (Single Photon Avalanche Diode)

Pixel Array     128 x 128

Operational Modes Gated Imaging, Autocorrelation, Ultra-Fast Acquisition

Data Processing   Integrated Histogramming, On-Chip Preprocessing

Application Focus Time-Resolved Imaging, Quantum Optics, Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging

Applications

Sirona is tailored for high-precision imaging tasks across a range of scientific and industrial domains:

• Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging (FLIM): Enables accurate time-resolved fluorescence measurements for biomedical and biochemical research.
• Quantum Optics: Supports photon correlation and timing experiments with high temporal resolution.
• Dynamic Light Scattering: Facilitates particle sizing and motion analysis in colloidal systems.
• Industrial Sensing: Suitable for high-speed inspection and material characterization in manufacturing environments.

What's Next?

Singular Photonics is committed to advancing SPAD sensor technology, with future iterations of Sirona expected to feature expanded pixel arrays, enhanced spectral sensitivity, and AI-assisted photon analysis. Researchers and developers are invited to explore Sirona’s capabilities and collaborate on next-generation imaging solutions.