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Taiwan Color Optics, Inc. was founded in 2009. In 2015, we were approved to set up a factory in the Central Science Park and we currently have five factories in the park as a production and R&D base, covering an area of 4,105 square meters. Our R&D members have solid backgrounds in optoelectronics and electronics, and have considerable experience in the relevant industry.

We are an optical technology company with rich experience and extensive knowledge in customization design and supply of optical components. We design and produce high-precision optics and fluorescent modules for the needs of clients, and we are also good at vertical integration of design and production.
We are awarded Grand Prize at ASPA Awards in 2015 and CTSP Innovative Product Award in 2016. Since 2016, we have continuously implemented our technologies into laser lights, stage lights and other fields, and now we go into mass production and sell these goods to clients. Furthermore, we have developed a crystal grown process and made crystal phosphor to improve light conversion efficiency, reliability and reduce product size one step further, and successively handed over the products to worldly known corporations. We believe that with the accumulated research and development capabilities, we have the opportunity to break through the current bottleneck of solid-state light source technology and significantly enhance the competitiveness of key components and modules.

Compact LiDAR Technology Revolutionizes Autonomous Vehicles

LiDAR technology has evolved beyond the limitations of first-generation devices, which were costly, bulky, and prone to reliability issues, especially under direct sunlight or when facing interference from similar sensors. The automotive industry has long sought after LiDAR sensors that are not only high-performance and long-range but also economical, ideally under $500. Our company has innovatively tackled these challenges by engineering LiDAR sensors integrated entirely on a chip. These photonic integrated circuits, crafted from conventional silicon, boast a no-moving-parts design that emits and receives light internally. The result is a compact, reliable, and cost-effective sensor that seamlessly fits into the sleek designs of modern vehicles. LiDAR’s edge comes from its operation in the infrared spectrum, at wavelengths between 905 and 1,550 nanometers. This precise wavelength range allows for significantly tighter focus and superior spatial resolution compared to automotive radar, paving the way for safer and smarter self-driving cars.

Technical Differentiation INNOVATIVE IC LIDAR: REDEFINING VEHICLE SENSING

Surpassing traditional mechanical and MEMS-based systems, our IC LiDAR offers a comprehensive solution for autonomous vehicles. With the market’s mechanical LiDARs hindered by size, complexity, and cost, our solid-state Optical Phased Array (OPA) approach emerges as the superior alternative. It eliminates moving parts, reduces manufacturing challenges, and integrates seamlessly into vehicle designs without compromising aesthetics.

Our OPA LiDAR leverages a compact chip with 2200 nano-resonators over 6×4 mm², achieving a sweeping field-of-view and high-resolution via an innovative electronic control structure. This allows for precise environmental scanning without the bulk and fragility of mechanical systems. Unlike flash LiDARs with high energy consumption and limited range, our IC chip-based system promises high-speed, accurate detection with minimal power draw.

We’ve integrated a VCSEL laser, an APD light sensor, and trans-impedance amplifiers, all controlled by a programmable chip (FPGA/ASIC), into a single solid-state LiDAR unit. Our technology addresses the automotive industry’s demands for affordability, compactness, and reliability, paving the way for scalable production while maintaining adaptability for high-end upgrades.

COST-EFFECTIVE LIDAR SOLUTIONS FOR AUTOMOTIVE EXCELLENCE

Understanding the cost-conscious nature of Tier-1 suppliers and automakers, our focus has been on delivering competitively priced LiDAR components without compromising on quality. Our original solution architecture is designed with cost-efficiency at its core, harnessing our strong connections within Taiwan’s robust semiconductor ecosystem. This strategic approach enables us to offer high-performance, solid-state LiDAR and ADB smart vehicle lighting systems that not only excel in performance and power efficiency but also meet the stringent budgetary constraints of our clients.

Management Philosophy

  • Designing and developing variety of optical products and materials to meet client’s needs.
  • Collaborating with clients in researching and improving to promote product’s yield rate.
  • Offering finished or semi finished products in every stage to satisfy our customers with demands for manufacturing process or cost counting.
  • Actively develop next-generation optical products and applications to create new applications and added value.

Milestone

  • 2009 Taiwan Color Optics, Inc. was founded
  • 2015 Approved to enter the Central Science Park
  • 2015 Awarded Grand Prize at ASPA Awards
  • 2016 Awarded CTSP Innovative Product Award
  • 2017 Received ISO 9000:2015 certification
  • 2018 Received ISO 14000:2015 certification
  • 2018 Approved to enter Hsinchu Science Park opens branch
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In 2025, TCO Tek continues to lead in the convergence of AI, photonics, and autonomous sensing technologies, driving innovation across defense, industrial, and smart mobility sectors. Our focus extends beyond individual components — we are building integrated ecosystems that combine AI acceleration chips, LiDAR, and multi-sensor fusion to deliver real-time intelligence for complex environments. By advancing AI SoC design, sensor fusion algorithms, and precision optical systems, TCO Tek enhances situational awareness, navigation, and surveillance capabilities for next-generation unmanned platforms. Collaborations with global semiconductor foundries and optical solution partners ensure scalable, high-performance products optimized for edge computing and mission-critical operations. As we move forward, TCO Tek is redefining the frontier of perception and control — creating a smarter, safer, and more connected world through light, intelligence, and engineering excellence.
Empowering 2025:
Expanding Horizons in Intelligent Photonics and System Integration
In 2025, TCO Tek continues to lead in the convergence of AI, photonics, and autonomous sensing technologies, driving innovation across defense, industrial, and smart mobility sectors. Our focus extends beyond individual components — we are building integrated ecosystems that combine AI acceleration chips, LiDAR, and multi-sensor fusion to deliver real-time intelligence for complex environments. By advancing AI SoC design, sensor fusion algorithms, and precision optical systems, TCO Tek enhances situational awareness, navigation, and surveillance capabilities for next-generation unmanned platforms. Collaborations with global semiconductor foundries and optical solution partners ensure scalable, high-performance products optimized for edge computing and mission-critical operations. As we move forward, TCO Tek is redefining the frontier of perception and control — creating a smarter, safer, and more connected world through light, intelligence, and engineering excellence.
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In 2024, TCO Tek accelerated its transition from precision optics manufacturing toward AI-driven systems integration. Through the development of its AI algorithm API platform, the company enabled seamless interaction between sensing modules and intelligent decision systems. Two key technological milestones defined the year: Smart Module Integration — combining optical sensors and AI processing to improve accuracy and real-time data analysis. Solid-State LiDAR Innovation — enhancing performance and reliability for autonomous and industrial applications through miniaturized, high-efficiency design. In parallel, TCO achieved IATF 16949 certification, reinforcing its commitment to automotive-grade manufacturing standards and global supply chain integration. This foundation positions TCO for scaling AI optical solutions across automotive, defense, and smart infrastructure markets.
2024:
Advancing Intelligent Optics and AI Integration
In 2024, TCO Tek accelerated its transition from precision optics manufacturing toward AI-driven systems integration. Through the development of its AI algorithm API platform, the company enabled seamless interaction between sensing modules and intelligent decision systems. Two key technological milestones defined the year: Smart Module Integration — combining optical sensors and AI processing to improve accuracy and real-time data analysis. Solid-State LiDAR Innovation — enhancing performance and reliability for autonomous and industrial applications through miniaturized, high-efficiency design. In parallel, TCO achieved IATF 16949 certification, reinforcing its commitment to automotive-grade manufacturing standards and global supply chain integration. This foundation positions TCO for scaling AI optical solutions across automotive, defense, and smart infrastructure markets.
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In 2023, TCO Tek laid the groundwork for its next-generation photonic and semiconductor technologies. The company initiated the AI photonic chip design program, marking a pivotal step toward integrating optical precision with artificial intelligence computing power. This milestone year also saw the launch of the TCO HINCHU platform, establishing a collaborative R&D hub in Hsinchu — Taiwan’s semiconductor innovation center. The platform fostered partnerships among research institutes, manufacturing partners, and AI developers, accelerating prototype verification and optical chip design optimization. Through these efforts, TCO Tek built a strong technological foundation and industrial ecosystem that paved the way for its subsequent breakthroughs in AI algorithm APIs, LiDAR systems, and sensor fusion technologies in the following years.
2023:
Stablishing the Foundation for Photonic Innovation
In 2023, TCO Tek laid the groundwork for its next-generation photonic and semiconductor technologies. The company initiated the AI photonic chip design program, marking a pivotal step toward integrating optical precision with artificial intelligence computing power. This milestone year also saw the launch of the TCO HINCHU platform, establishing a collaborative R&D hub in Hsinchu — Taiwan’s semiconductor innovation center. The platform fostered partnerships among research institutes, manufacturing partners, and AI developers, accelerating prototype verification and optical chip design optimization. Through these efforts, TCO Tek built a strong technological foundation and industrial ecosystem that paved the way for its subsequent breakthroughs in AI algorithm APIs, LiDAR systems, and sensor fusion technologies in the following years.
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In 2021, TCO Tek marked a major milestone by establishing its branch office in the Hsinchu Science Park, positioning itself at the heart of Taiwan’s high-tech and semiconductor ecosystem. This strategic move enabled closer collaboration with research institutions and manufacturing partners, accelerating product innovation and integration. During this year, TCO Tek initiated two core R&D programs: Optical Module Development — focusing on precision optical system design for sensing and imaging applications. ADB Headlight Design — introducing adaptive driving beam technology to enhance automotive safety and lighting intelligence. These early developments laid the foundation for TCO’s future breakthroughs in AI-integrated optics, sensor fusion, and advanced semiconductor solutions, setting a clear direction for the company’s long-term innovation roadmap.
2021:
Laying the Groundwork for Optical and ADB Innovation
In 2021, TCO Tek marked a major milestone by establishing its branch office in the Hsinchu Science Park, positioning itself at the heart of Taiwan’s high-tech and semiconductor ecosystem. This strategic move enabled closer collaboration with research institutions and manufacturing partners, accelerating product innovation and integration. During this year, TCO Tek initiated two core R&D programs: Optical Module Development — focusing on precision optical system design for sensing and imaging applications. ADB Headlight Design — introducing adaptive driving beam technology to enhance automotive safety and lighting intelligence. These early developments laid the foundation for TCO’s future breakthroughs in AI-integrated optics, sensor fusion, and advanced semiconductor solutions, setting a clear direction for the company’s long-term innovation roadmap.
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In 2018, TCO Tek made significant strides in laser module design, establishing itself as a key innovator in precision optical technology. The company’s engineering team focused on developing high-efficiency, thermally stable laser light modules, tailored for demanding automotive and industrial applications. A major milestone was achieved when TCO Tek became a Tier 2 qualified supplier for BMW’s laser headlight program, marking a pivotal recognition of the company’s design capability, quality control, and production reliability. This achievement not only validated TCO’s optical expertise but also laid the foundation for future collaborations in the automotive lighting and photonics industries. By integrating laser optics design with advanced thermal and optical simulation, TCO Tek set the stage for its later transition into AI-integrated photonic and sensing systems, demonstrating a long-term commitment to innovation and precision manufacturing excellence.
2017~2018
Advancing Laser Module Design and Automotive Partnerships
Received ISO 9000:2015 certification (2017)
Received ISO 14000:2015 certification (2018)
Approved to enter Hsinchu Science Park opens branch (2018)
In 2018, TCO Tek made significant strides in laser module design, establishing itself as a key innovator in precision optical technology. The company’s engineering team focused on developing high-efficiency, thermally stable laser light modules, tailored for demanding automotive and industrial applications. A major milestone was achieved when TCO Tek became a Tier 2 qualified supplier for BMW’s laser headlight program, marking a pivotal recognition of the company’s design capability, quality control, and production reliability. This achievement not only validated TCO’s optical expertise but also laid the foundation for future collaborations in the automotive lighting and photonics industries. By integrating laser optics design with advanced thermal and optical simulation, TCO Tek set the stage for its later transition into AI-integrated photonic and sensing systems, demonstrating a long-term commitment to innovation and precision manufacturing excellence.
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In 2015, TCO Tek laid the cornerstone of its technological journey by advancing research and production in phosphor materials and optical wafer components, establishing a strong foothold in Taiwan’s photonics industry. That year, the company achieved qualified supplier status with Texas Instruments (TI), marking an important milestone in international quality recognition and opening opportunities for participation in global semiconductor and optical component supply chains. TCO Tek also launched a university–industry collaboration with National Chung Hsing University, focusing on applied research in optical materials, phosphor formulations, and photonic device integration. Further strengthening its industrial presence, TCO Tek joined the Central Taiwan Science Park, creating a dedicated facility for precision optical component R&D and manufacturing. This move positioned the company at the intersection of academia and advanced manufacturing, paving the way for future innovations in laser optics, LiDAR, and AI-integrated sensing technologies.
2015~2016
Building the Foundations of Optical Excellence
Awarded Grand Prize at ASPA Awards (2015)
Awarded CTSP Innovative Product Award (2016)
In 2015, TCO Tek laid the cornerstone of its technological journey by advancing research and production in phosphor materials and optical wafer components, establishing a strong foothold in Taiwan’s photonics industry. That year, the company achieved qualified supplier status with Texas Instruments (TI), marking an important milestone in international quality recognition and opening opportunities for participation in global semiconductor and optical component supply chains. TCO Tek also launched a university–industry collaboration with National Chung Hsing University, focusing on applied research in optical materials, phosphor formulations, and photonic device integration. Further strengthening its industrial presence, TCO Tek joined the Central Taiwan Science Park, creating a dedicated facility for precision optical component R&D and manufacturing. This move positioned the company at the intersection of academia and advanced manufacturing, paving the way for future innovations in laser optics, LiDAR, and AI-integrated sensing technologies.
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In 2009, TCO Tek (Taiwan Color Optics Co., Ltd.) was officially established, marking the company’s formal entry into the photonics and smart lighting industry. Leveraging Taiwan’s strong semiconductor and optical engineering ecosystem, TCO Tek set its mission to integrate optical science with intelligent illumination technologies. That year, the company initiated the development of smart lighting solutions combining optical design, sensor control, and energy-efficient systems. These innovations aimed to improve adaptive brightness, color accuracy, and environmental responsiveness for both industrial and commercial applications. By founding its headquarters in Taiwan and assembling a multidisciplinary R&D team, TCO Tek built the technological foundation that would later expand into laser optics, LiDAR sensing, and AI-driven photonic systems — establishing the DNA of innovation that defines the company today.
2009:
Establishing TCO Tek and Advancing Smart Lighting Innovation
In 2009, TCO Tek (Taiwan Color Optics Co., Ltd.) was officially established, marking the company’s formal entry into the photonics and smart lighting industry. Leveraging Taiwan’s strong semiconductor and optical engineering ecosystem, TCO Tek set its mission to integrate optical science with intelligent illumination technologies. That year, the company initiated the development of smart lighting solutions combining optical design, sensor control, and energy-efficient systems. These innovations aimed to improve adaptive brightness, color accuracy, and environmental responsiveness for both industrial and commercial applications. By founding its headquarters in Taiwan and assembling a multidisciplinary R&D team, TCO Tek built the technological foundation that would later expand into laser optics, LiDAR sensing, and AI-driven photonic systems — establishing the DNA of innovation that defines the company today.

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