Lumus

Overview

Lumus is an Israeli company that develops reflective geometric waveguide optics for augmented reality displays in smart glasses and head-mounted devices. Its patented Light-guide Optical Element (LOE) technology enables see-through wearable displays used in consumer, military, and medical AR applications, including by fighter pilots and surgeons.¹²³⁴

History

Lumus was founded in 2000 in Israel and has specialized in optical waveguides for head-mounted displays.¹²⁵ The company developed its patented reflective waveguide technology, known as Light-guide Optical Element (LOE), for see-through AR eyewear.¹⁴ In January 2025, Lumus introduced the Z-Lens, a new 2D geometric waveguide available in 50 and 30 degree field-of-view options.¹ Its optics power devices like Lenovo's ThinkReality A6 headset and mission-critical military and medical hardware.¹³⁴

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Lumus designs and develops its waveguide optics and optical engines in-house at its headquarters in Ness Ziona, Israel.²⁴⁵ Specific manufacturing locations for production are not detailed in available sources, but the company focuses on proprietary technology development rather than end-consumer products.

Notable Products

• Z-Lens - 2D geometric waveguide with 50° and 30° FoV options, introduced in January 2025.
• Light-guide Optical Element (LOE) - Patented reflective waveguide enabling transparent AR displays.
• Reflective Waveguide Optical Engines - Modules combining micro-displays and collimating optics for near-eye AR.

Reputation

Lumus is recognized by AR developers for its advanced reflective waveguide technology that addresses key challenges in achieving bright, efficient, glasses-form-factor displays suitable for outdoor use.³⁴ Professionals in military and medical fields value its optics for mission-critical applications like fighter pilot HUDs and surgical AR.³⁴ The company holds a strong position among optics providers, though as a B2B component supplier, consumer-facing reputation is limited.¹²