Fraunhofer HHI

Innovations for the Digital Future

At the Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (HHI), our mission is to pioneer innovations that shape the digital society of tomorrow. As a global leader, we specialize in advancing mobile and optical communication networks and systems, as well as the processing and coding of video signals.

Comprehensive Expertise in Digital Infrastructure

Fraunhofer HHI collaborates with international partners from research and industry, working across the digital infrastructure spectrum—from foundational research to prototypes and practical solutions. Our active participation in standardizing information and communication technologies ensures that we innovate while shaping future advancements. Together with industrial partners, we create cutting-edge applications addressing real-world challenges.

Advancing Technologies for Tomorrow

A cornerstone of our work lies in high-performance photonic components and sophisticated monolithic and hybrid photonic integrated circuits. These are developed for applications including quantum technologies, telecommunications, datacom, and sensing. Our in-house wafer fabrication—utilizing InP, TFLN, SiN, and polymer technologies—enables transmission rates of 200 Gbit/s, 400 Gbit/s, and beyond.

Fraunhofer HHI also delivers complete turn-key systems for quantum key distribution, fiber-optic measurement, and terahertz spectroscopy. Our research focuses on advanced high-bit-rate fiber-optic networks, digital signal processing, data analytics, AI-driven photonic network optimization, and optical wireless communication.

Driving Progress for Global Challenges

By aligning research, development, and innovation with global priorities such as the green transformation, digital transition, and societal resilience, Fraunhofer HHI drives meaningful progress. We are committed to creating technologies that advance the digital future while addressing the needs of a sustainable and adaptable society.