The transformative potential of photonic integrated circuits in silicon chip technology is explored, with an emphasis on the role of silicon nitride components for near infrared spectrum sensing. Through simulation and empirical characterization, insights into silicon nitride arrayed waveguide gratings and polarization rotators, among other devices are revealed, with both successes and challenges highlighted. Discrepancies between simulated and empirical data are unveiled through analysis of the Spark Photonics Phase II chip which highlights the need for refined design and testing methodologies. Informed by these findings, strategic recommendations are proposed to advance PIC technology towards commercial viability.

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Creator

• Tribble, Charlie
• Hubbard, Maximillian

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-042424-235852
• 121610

Parola chiave

• Photonic
• Polarization
• Silicon Nitride
• LEAP
• Simulation
• Circuit

Advisor

• Petkie, Douglas Todd
• Eakin, James

Year

• 2024

Sponsor

• Spark Photonics

Date created

• 2024-04-24

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Physics
• Applied Physics

Source

• E-project-042424-235852

Rights statement

• In Copyright

Ultima modifica

• 2024-05-23