Inverse-design optimization algorithms generate ultra-compact photonic ICs with lower insertion losses/ broader bandwidths

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1137488

"human-designed optical layouts suffer from higher insertion losses, larger footprints, restricted operational bandwidths... overcome using algorithms exploring free-form topologies across design space, synthesizing photonics structures tailored precisely for target optical responses... lower signal attenuation/ superior transmission bandwidth, occupying fraction of chip footprint... scales component density and boosts optical throughput in foundry-grade silicon photonics manufacturing"

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