Synopsys Photonic Solutions

NVIDIA has introduced its first silicon photonics-based switches, the NVIDIA Spectrum-X, designed to optimize AI workloads and accelerate high-performance computing. These switches leverage the power of silicon photonics to deliver high bandwidth, low latency, and energy efficiency, making them ideal for data centers and AI applications. The Spectrum-X switches are expected to enhance the performance and scalability of AI infrastructure, supporting the growing demands of next-generation AI technologies. Read more about this exciting development here via Photonics Spectra: https://lnkd.in/g3JQZSke #NVIDIA #SiliconPhotonics #AI #HighPerformanceComputing #DataCenters

Going to the OFC Conference this weekend? Join Synopsys Photonic Solutions at the upcoming OFC 2025 workshop, "How do Co-Packaged Optics Become Manufacturable?" on Sunday, 30 March, from 16:00 – 18:30 in Rooms 203-204 (Level 2). This workshop will address the critical challenges and solutions for scaling Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) from emerging technology to volume manufacturing. Topics will include designing for manufacturability, advanced semiconductor packaging, thermal management, and the reliability and safety of high-power lasers. Join our colleague, Sander Roosendaal, and other experts from NVIDIA, Broadcom, Corning Incorporated, Intel Corporation, and more, as they share their insights and experiences. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to engage with industry leaders and learn about the future of CPO manufacturing. For more details, visit the OFC Workshop page: https://lnkd.in/gtxPakPw We look forward to seeing you there. #OFC25 #CoPackagedOptics #Photonics #Engineering #Synopsys

This article highlights an impressive collaboration between OpenLight and Tower Semiconductor, showcasing a new 400G photonic chip. This innovative chip integrates lasers directly onto silicon, enabling high-speed data transmission with reduced power consumption. This advancement is poised to significantly impact data centers and high-performance computing by enhancing efficiency and performance. Via eeNews Europe: https://lnkd.in/gxH5hxDh

This article details a significant breakthrough for photonic engineers by researchers at IBM Research Europe and EPFL. They have developed a miniaturized traveling-wave parametric amplifier (TWPA) based on gallium phosphide photonic chips. This innovation achieves ultra-broadband signal amplification with a net gain of over 10 dB across a 140 nm bandwidth, outperforming traditional EDFAs. The compact design and high efficiency of this amplifier promise to revolutionize optical communication systems and beyond. Read more via AZoOptics - The Online Optics and Photonics Community: https://lnkd.in/gVGZyTNy

Synopsys is heading to OFC 2025 at the Moscone Center, San Francisco, from April 1-3. Visit us at Booth #2818 to explore our advanced electronic and photonic IC design solutions. Our demos will cover HPC/AI and data center Interconnects, co-packaged optics, and TDECQ analysis for PAM4 optical interconnects. Additionally, learn about our seamless development environment for custom photonic device design and our fully automated MetaOptic Designer. Join the Ethernet Alliance panel on April 2nd at 10:15 a.m., where Priyank Shukla, our Director of Ethernet IP Product Management, will discuss the complexities of hyperscale data centers. Schedule a meeting or product demo by contacting photonics@synopsys.com. We look forward to connecting with you. https://lnkd.in/gHkKEzef #OFC25 #OpticalNetworking #DataCenter #Synopsys #Photonics

A recent article in IEEE Spectrum delves into the development of nanoparticle-based optical switches. Researchers have successfully demonstrated the use of plasmonic nanoparticles to achieve all-optical switching, which allows for the control of light with light. This technology offers significant advancements in ultrafast computing and telecommunications by providing switches that are both fast and energy-efficient. The optical switches operate at femtosecond timescales and require low power, addressing critical challenges in current optical switch designs and paving the way for more efficient photonic circuits. https://lnkd.in/e4HCY6p4 #Photonics #OpticalSwitches #Nanotechnology #UltrafastComputing #Telecommunications

A recent publication in the IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics explores advancements in silicon photonics for AI/ML accelerators. Researchers have developed a scalable III-V-on-silicon photonic platform that integrates lasers, optical amplifiers, and other essential components on the same wafer. This technology aims to address the limitations of traditional von Neumann architectures, enabling high-density, low-loss photonic integrated circuits (PICs) for more efficient neural network operations. https://lnkd.in/gp67m4Uf #AI #MachineLearning #SiliconPhotonics #EnergyEfficiency #QuantumElectronics #Optoelectronics Citation: Figure 2 from IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics (Volume: 31, Issue: 3: AI/ML Integrated Opto-electronics, May-June 2025).

The article highlights the collaboration between OpenLight and Tower Semiconductor in demonstrating 400G/lane modulators built on silicon photonic wafers. This advancement is aimed at enhancing optical connectivity for data centers and AI applications. The innovative modulators promise to deliver higher bandwidth and improved energy efficiency, addressing the growing demands for faster and more efficient data transfer. https://ow.ly/5Mjt50Vl9f9

We are delighted to announce our participation in the EPIC Technology Meeting on Disruptive Optics at Thales. Maryvonne Chalony, our Application Engineer from France, will be presenting on "Optical and Manufacturing Design Aware Flow for Metalenses." This presentation will explore the innovative approaches in designing and manufacturing metalenses, highlighting their potential to transform optical applications. Join us at this event to explore the future of disruptive optics and connect with industry leaders. https://lnkd.in/dvivFaAx #Photonics #OpticalEngineering EPIC - EUROPEAN PHOTONICS INDUSTRY CONSORTIUM

The article introduces SCINTIL Photonics and its CEO, Matt Crowley. Scintil Photonics focuses on developing advanced silicon photonics solutions to enhance data communication. Under Crowley's leadership, the company aims to address the growing demand for higher bandwidth and energy-efficient data transfer in data centers and telecommunications. Via Laser Focus World: https://lnkd.in/eAGnNXtG #photonics