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AI Drives Need For Optical Interconnects In Data Centers: A Review
Introduction The explosive growth of data driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is creating immense pressure...

Latitude Design Systems
Oct 31, 20234 min read


A Comprehensive Review of Multipurpose Self-Configuration in Integrated Programmable Photonics
Abstract This comprehensive review provides an in-depth analysis of the multipurpose self-configuration techniques for integrated...

Latitude Design Systems
Oct 27, 20236 min read


Meta-Studio: An Integrated Phase Design, Optimization, and Simulation Tool for Meta-Lens Design Automation
Terence S.-Y. Chen Latitude Design Systems Abstract Meta Studio is an AI-powered metalens design automation platform that streamlines the...

Latitude Design Systems
Oct 26, 20232 min read


Hardware Security Attacks on Integrated Photonic AI Accelerators: A Review of Detection Techniques
Abstract Integrated photonic AI accelerators (SPAAs) use silicon photonics to enable fast, energy-efficient optical computation. However,...

Latitude Design Systems
Oct 25, 20236 min read


AI-Driven Innovation in Data Center Chip Design and the Application of Silicon Photonics Technology
Terence S.-Y. Chen Latitude Design Systems Abstract The rapid emergence of AI workloads like large language models is driving tremendous...

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Oct 23, 20236 min read


Optical Computing: Physics, Potential, and Challenges
Terence S.-Y. Chen Latitude Design Systems Abstract This paper reviews the recent perspective by McMahon on harnessing the physical...

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Oct 18, 20234 min read


NASA Awards Grant to NLM Photonics and AIM Photonics for Development of Electro-Optic Modulators for Space Applications
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently awarded a Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I grant to...

Latitude Design Systems
Oct 17, 20234 min read


Customized Assembly and Packaging Solutions for Photonic Chips: Meeting the Diverse Industry Demands
Abstract Bay Photonics is an innovative photonic packaging solutions provider enabling rapid prototyping and pilot production for the...

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Oct 16, 20234 min read


From Lab to Fab: AIM Photonics Drives Innovation in Silicon Photonic Integrated Chip Testing
Abstract Photonic integrated circuits (PICs) enable applications in communications, sensing, and computing using light. However, testing...

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Oct 13, 20233 min read


Automating Photonic Integration for Next-Generation Applications
Abstract Vanguard Automation's fully automated technologies like Photonic Wire Bonding and facet-attached micro-optical elements are...

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Oct 11, 20232 min read


Analysis of TSMC's Optical Interconnect Technologies: Vertical Broadband Coupler and iOIS System
Terence S.-Y. Chen Latitude Design Systems Abstract The vertical broadband coupler (BBC) is a type of optical coupler that can couple...

Latitude Design Systems
Oct 10, 20234 min read


Enabling the Future of High-Performance Computing and AI with Ayar Labs' TeraPHY Optical I/O Technology
Terence S.-Y. Chen, Latitude Design Systems Abstract This white paper provides an overview of Ayar Labs' innovative TeraPHY optical...

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Oct 9, 20234 min read


The Power of Open Innovation: An Exploration of TSMC's Ecosystem Strategy
Abstract TSMC has leveraged strategic partnerships and open collaboration to build the industry's strongest ecosystem of customers,...

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Oct 9, 20233 min read


NVIDIA's Multi-GPU Communication Technologies and Outlook Introduction
Terence S.-Y. Chen, Latitude Design Systems Introduction To meet the growing demands of artificial intelligence (AI), high performance...

Latitude Design Systems
Sep 28, 20234 min read


Vodafone Partners with Startups to Explore the Future of Silicon Photonics
Introduction Vodafone, one of the world's largest mobile communications companies, recently announced that it is partnering with two...

Latitude Design Systems
Sep 26, 20233 min read
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