Homerun’s R&D Initiatives with Dr. Subash Risbud – Fused Silica Glass, Silicon Carbide, and More…

At the 1st International Online Conference on Optics (IOCO 2026), materials scientist Dr. Subhash Risbud presents new work on producing fused silica optical glass rapidly using high‑purity quartz sand supplied by Homerun Resources (HMRFF). In this session, Dr. Risbud explains the processing route from Homerun’s quartz feedstock to fused silica, highlighting how process parameters, impurity control, and thermal treatment influence optical quality and performance. The discussion covers key advantages of this approach, including shorter processing times, potential cost efficiencies, and compatibility with demanding optical applications such as advanced lenses, high‑power laser systems, and precision photonics components. Dr. Risbud also comments on how the characteristics of Homerun’s quartz sand—such as purity, grain size, and consistency—support the production of high‑grade fused silica optical glass. For investors and industry professionals following the evolution of specialty glass, silica, and the broader photonics supply chain, this talk offers insight into how Homerun Resources’ raw materials can integrate into advanced optical glass manufacturing and future commercialization pathways.