Cliff Jolliffe

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ABOUT CLIFF JOLLIFFE

I work at the intersection of precision motion, photonics, and system architecture—focused on enabling the next generation of high-performance machines.My work centres on moving beyond traditional stage design toward non-contact architectures (Magnetic Levitation, active bearing systems) that fundamentally change how stability, repeatability, and system behaviour are achieved.Rather than optimising components in isolation, I focus on system-level performance:– AFM and metrology platforms– Laser processing & advanced manufacturing– Semiconductor & advanced packagingIncreasingly, the challenge is no longer achieving nanometre precision—but understanding how that precision interacts with the wider system.I work closely with partners across controllers, scanners, and system integration to:– Architect fully synchronised motion systems– Reduce drift, jitter, and calibration overhead– Enable scalable, production-ready solutionsCurrent focus areas include:– Magnetic levitation stages for AFM and inspection– Scanner + stage synchronisation (real-time control integration)– Long-travel, ultra-stable platforms for next-gen toolsIf you are working on advanced instrumentation, photonics, or precision manufacturing challenges, I’m always open to discussing system-level approaches.