There are several ways for creating a see-through virtual image. The first are technologies that do not use waveguides (half mirrors, free form mirrors, etc.). The second uses waveguides. The three tree main waveguide technology variants (reflective, diffractive, and holographic) will be presented in detail.

Has built his career in the US and France. Previously held key positions at Invensys, HP, and Thomson/Technicolor where he successfully set-up and ran an optical component business from scratch. He also ran a large scale component business with two R&D centers (Singapore and Germany), manufacturing in Asia (20mpcs/yr), and a worldwide sales force and agent network. He holds a BSEE degree from University of Illinois and has studied Operations Management at the ESCP the oldest business school in Europe.

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