Design methods for space-variant optical interconnections to achieve optimum power throughput

Area of Science:

• Optics
• Optical Engineering
• Photonics

Background:

• Space-variant optical systems enable flexible interconnect topologies and high component density.
• Diffraction losses from small apertures in these systems can limit power throughput, irrespective of element efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present and compare space-variant optical interconnect design methods for minimizing diffraction losses.
• To evaluate these designs for both one-to-one and fan-out interconnects.

Main Methods:

• Development of several space-variant optical interconnect design strategies.
• Numerical simulations to assess power throughput for diffraction-limited distances.
• Experimental validation of the proposed designs.

Main Results:

• Comparison of different design methods regarding their impact on power throughput.
• Demonstration of methods to mitigate diffraction losses in space-variant optical interconnects.
• Validation of simulation predictions through experimental results.

Conclusions:

• Diffraction losses are a critical factor in space-variant optical interconnect performance.
• The presented design methods offer viable solutions for improving power throughput.
• Minimizing diffraction losses is essential for efficient space-variant optical interconnects.