Luceda Webinar | Thin-Film Lithium Niobate: Revolutionizing Photonic Integrated Circuits

In this webinar, Spark Photonics will discuss the history and significance of lithium niobate in photonics, as well as the key properties of TFLN and their impact on the field. They will also cover traditional and non-traditional materials (TFLT, BTO) for PICs, and their relevance across various applications such as telecommunications, quantum computing, and LiDAR. Additionally, Spark Photonics will showcase case studies of TFLN-based devices and the advancements driving their adoption in PICs, including integration with other materials and considerations for fabrication and packaging. Luceda Photonics will complement this discussion by showcasing its expertise in the design and simulation of TFLN PICs. The presentation will address the challenges and solutions in TFLN design and fabrication highlighting the essential role of Luceda IPKISS in bringing these groundbreaking photonic technologies to life. Speakers Sean Nelan - Photonics Engineering Lead at Spark Photonics Matthew Delaney - Business Development Manager – North America at Luceda Photonics Moderator Kevin McComber - CEO at Spark Photonics Chapters 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 02:42 Spark Photonics: Why Thin-Film Lithium Niobate? - Applications and Innovations in TFLN PICs 20:44 Luceda Photonics: Design and Simulation of TFLN PICs - Demonstration of simulation using Luceda IPKISS 35:06 Spark Photonics: Avenues towards fabrication and packaging 41:03 Q&A