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January 24, 2025
VIEWPOINT 2025: Dr. Michael Zeuner , CEO, scia Systems GmbH
As the data-driven world continues to accelerate, so is the demand for faster, more energy-efficient and scalable data processing solutions. Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) are poised to redefine the technological landscape by delivering extraordinary bandwidth, which significantly outperforms their electronic counterparts in both data speed and volume. This capability is vital for hyperscale data centers, 5G and 6G networks, and the Internet of Things (IoT), where latency and bottlenecks are critical concerns. Ion beam processing complements this innovation by addressing critical challenges in PIC manufacturing. With its precision at the atomic scale, ion beam technology enhances the fabrication of three-dimensional optoelectronic microstructures for PICs, such as waveguides and other optical components, enabling superior quality and performance. Techniques such as ion beam milling, etching, and deposition are instrumental in creating complex photonic structures with the necessary optical properties and minimal defects. This ensures yield, reliability and scalability of PICs for widespread adoption. In a data-driven world, PICs enable new frontiers in quantum computing and advanced sensing applications, positioning them as a cornerstone for next-generation technologies. PICs represent the future of a smarter, more connected world and ion beam processing supports the production and performance standards required in high-speed communications systems. Dr. Michael Zeuner, CEO scia Systems GmbH http://www.scia-systems.com |
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