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A new pilot plant for photonics chips has been launched in the Netherlands, aiming to enhance the development and production of advanced photonic integrated circuits. This facility is expected to contribute to innovation and economic growth in the region, potentially positioning the Netherlands as a significant player in the photonics industry. Read more via Eindhoven News: https://lnkd.in/gmv4ZjBy

Researchers have developed a photonic diffractive generator that leverages random light scattering in disordered media as a native noise source. This innovative approach enhances hardware consistency and spatial parallelism, enabling the generation of clear and diverse images. The study presents two encoding strategies to solve training challenges and utilizes advanced photonic neural network architectures to improve performance. This breakthrough paves the way for sophisticated applications in real-world data augmentation and multimodal generation. Nature Article: https://lnkd.in/gnu58Xsm Figure 1 is from Zhan, Z., Wang, H., Liu, Q. et al. Photonic diffractive generators through sampling noises from scattering media. Nat Commun 15, 10643 (2024). https://lnkd.in/gxGZAUn7

Researchers have developed a prototype photonic chip that utilizes exotic quantum states of squeezed light. This innovation could significantly advance quantum computing and communication by improving error rates and processing speeds. The study highlights the potential of squeezed light in enhancing the performance of photonic chips. Article via Electronics Weekly: https://lnkd.in/g3dJaEER

The PIC Summit highlighted key insights on scaling photonics innovation. Discussions covered advancements in photonic integrated circuits (PICs), challenges in manufacturing, and the importance of collaboration across the industry. Experts emphasized the need for standardized processes and innovative materials to drive future growth. Article via Laser Focus World: https://lnkd.in/gTUM8YsP

Learn about energy-efficient innovations in silicon photonics and silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. Experts discuss their impact on reducing power consumption and improving performance in data centers and electric vehicles. Listen to the EE Times | Electronic Engineering Times podcast: https://lnkd.in/graEx9rZ

The rapid growth of AI has increased the need for faster processors and greater data bandwidth, pushing the limits of traditional electrical interconnects. Optical systems, offering higher transmission rates with lower power usage, are emerging as a solution. Researchers, including Yikai Su, have projected significant advancements in high-capacity photonic chips, estimating commercial optical I/O chips to reach 16 Tbps in a decade and research-stage chips potentially exceeding 400 Tbps. Despite challenges in channel count, chip size, and power consumption, improved materials and hybrid integration strategies offer promising solutions. Learn more via American Institute of Physics: https://lnkd.in/e3zZWKJh #AI #photonics

Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers have developed a photonic processor that could significantly enhance AI computation speeds. This advancement leverages light instead of electrical signals, enabling faster and more energy-efficient data processing. The innovation holds promise for applications requiring rapid and large-scale AI computations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eCUpumd9

Announcing new releases for Synopsys OptoCompiler, OptSim, and RSoft Photonic Device Tools, featuring enhancements to streamline your photonic design process. Check out our resources and tech talks to expand your knowledge base and register for upcoming events such as OFC 2025 and SPIE Photonics West. Read about recent events, partnerships, and achievements around the world. In addition, consider using our new cloud-based SaaS platform for photonic design, access the latest SolvNetPlus knowledge base articles, and note our customer support hours for December. Happy Holidays from Synopsys Photonic Solutions! https://lnkd.in/gdtcqpVn #photonics #OptoCompiler #OptSim #RSoft #OFC2025 #PhotonicsWest #CloudSaaS #SolvNetPlus #CustomerSupport

Our recent research introduces a comprehensive thermal crosstalk model for meshed Mach-Zehnder Interferometer (MZI) topologies in neuromorphic computing. This model accounts for propagation effects, losses, and crosstalk, validated through a 3x3 Silicon Photonic circuit. The findings illustrate applications in programmable logic gates and artificial neuron implementations. Hear the full talk at SPIE Photonics West at Moscone South, Room 202 on January 28, 2025, from 12:25 PM - 12:40 PM PST. This work is in collaboration with Politecnico di Torino and Ph.D. student Andrea Marchisio. https://ow.ly/M3yW50Uqm6V #SPIE #PhotonicsWest #NeuromorphicComputing #Photonics #Research

Researchers have made progress in quantum computing by integrating atomic and photonic technologies. This development could lead to more advanced quantum computers, improving their speed and efficiency. https://lnkd.in/eBSJqFpS #QuantumComputing #Photonics #QuantumTech