Photon Ink, LLC
Optical, Thermal, Mechanical Design and Product Development for LED
About the firm
Photon Ink, LLC is a Rancho Cordova, California engineering practice specializing in LED and light-source product development. Founded by Kevin Pelletier, Photon Ink delivers integrated optical, thermal, mechanical, and electrical engineering services across the full product development lifecycle, from concept through production. The practice has over 10 years of applications experience in visible and non-visible light markets and more than 30 years of combined light engineering expertise.
- Firm type
- Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Thermal & Heat Transfer · Simulation Engineering
People
Kevin PelletierFounder
Capabilities
Optical / Illumination Engineering
Service websiteDesigning optical components and systems for both visible and non-visible light applications, the team shapes light utilizing simulation, photometry, and advanced raytrace analysis.
- Non-Sequential Optical Design
- Sequential Optical Design
- Beam Analysis and Photometry
- Color Analysis and CIE Standards
- Collimator and Reflector Engineering
- Custom Lens and Diffuser Development
- Infrared and Thermal Imaging Optics
- UV Spectrum LED Deployment
- Solar Energy Optical Applications
Thermal Engineering
Service websiteProviding comprehensive analysis, validation, and design reviews, the practice utilizes advanced computational fluid dynamics and finite element simulation alongside real-life testing via its specialized lab resources.
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analysis
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Transient Thermal Performance Analysis
- Active and Passive Thermal Management
- Environmental and Radiation Analysis
Mechanical Engineering
Service websiteBalancing visual, functional, and manufacturing requirements, this service develops custom fixtures, specialized housings, and integrated systems for advanced light-source products.
- Custom Mechanical Fixtures and Housings
- Opto-Thermal Mechanical Integration
- CNC and Engineering Prototyping
- Casting and Extrusion Process Coordination
Electrical Engineering
Service websiteFocusing on opto-mechanical integration and electronics, this capability covers driver design, system modeling, sensor integration, and custom circuitry for visible and non-visible light applications.
- LED Driver Design and Engineering
- Constant Voltage and Constant Current Power Supplies
- Controller and Sensor Applications
- Custom OEM Electronics Development
- Optotronical Systems Integration
- Image Processing Algorithm Design
Product Development
Service websiteGuiding new concepts from initial simulation and prototyping through to full production rollouts, the development process ensures reliability, optimized sourcing, and long-term lifecycle performance.
- Concept to Prototype Engineering
- Design for Manufacturability
- Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
- Metrology and Light Measurement
- Project Management
Industries
Medical Devices · Defense · Solar · Renewable Energy · Manufacturing · Electronics
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