How to integrate an optical system into a chip

Introduction

Using integrated photonics chips instead of discrete components offers significant advantages in terms of cost, chip footprint, and scalability, three critical factors that determine product-market fit and the success of any photonic product development.

This step-by-step diagram illustrates the full process of integrating an optical system into a photonic integrated circuit (PIC), from initial concept to final testing and packaging. Each phase is critical to ensure functionality, manufacturability, and performance.

Conclusion

Designing and fabricating a photonic integrated circuit (PIC) is a highly specialized process that requires expertise across multiple domains—from architecture to testing and packaging. Every step must be carefully managed to reduce development risks, control costs, and accelerate time-to-market.

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