Design and development of low-area high-accuracy controller circuit on ASIC for stabilizing a novel SiP-based external-cavity laser (ECL)

FONEX Data System Inc. is developing solutions to address the challenges that telecommunication service providers face in upgrading their access networks to sustain the growth in data traffic. A key component of these solutions is the development of a low-cost, widely tunable external cavity laser (ECL) utilizing Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) technology. A significant advantage of these PIC-based ECLs is their potential for integration with electronic circuits on the same wafer. This inherent compatibility enables a synergistic fusion of photonics and electronics, paving the way for advanced functionalities. In this research, our ultimate objective is to meticulously design a wavelength controller on an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) platform. This specialized ASIC platform is envisioned to serve as a robust control system for the newly developed ECLs. The proposed monolithic integration of electronic and photonic circuits is expected to deliver significant benefits to FONEX customers, including Canadian network operators, by meeting their evolving demands with cutting-edge technology.

Faculty Supervisor:

Sharmistha Bhadra

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Partner:

Fonex

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Information and Communication Technology; Technology

University:

McGill University

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