Phys Development Laboratory Ltd. was founded in 2007 as a small, family-owned SME. Over nearly two decades of activity in the solar and semiconductor industries, Phys has become a trusted metrology partner to leading companies across Asia. Building on this experience and strong R&D background, the company has recently expanded into the space sector, bringing its expertise in advanced measurement technologies and industrial development to the rapidly growing space industry.

2007 – Foundation & First Metrology System

Development of our first in-house metrology product, the NIR-01 silicon brick tester, deployed in a solar cell manufacturing environment. Establishment of Phys as a solar industry instrumentation company.

2008 – Industrial Solar Manufacturing Partnerships

Cooperation with LDK Solar (China), one of the world’s largest solar manufacturers at the time.

2013 – Advanced Photoluminescence Technology

Development of our first photoluminescence inspection system with in-house designed laser source. Prototype presented at SNEC Expo Shanghai, marking entry into advanced semiconductor and solar cell metrology.

2015 – Inline Industrial Systems & Predictive Analytics

Cooperation with Delta Electronics, delivering a 3600WPH inline photoluminescence inspection system. Introduction of predictive mathematical algorithms, validated in high-volume production environments.

2019 – Semiconductor-Grade Metrology Platform

Development of the Phys SimPLe photoluminescence mapper platform for semiconductor industry applications, introducing:

integrated 3D-printed optical and mechanical components

remote laser tuning for online serviceability

crash-protected system design for industrial robustness

2021 – Integration into Leading Semiconductor Manufacturing

The Phys SimPLe platform becomes part of the TSMC value chain. A support wafer outgoing inspection lab is fully equipped with Phys machines. Systems operate in continuous high-volume production with proven long-term stability.

Relevance to the space industry