Field-programmable photonic arrays

Opt Express. 2018 Oct 15;26(21):27265-27278. doi: 10.1364/OE.26.027265.

Abstract

We propose a new programmable integrated photonic device, the Field Programmable Photonic Array, which follows a similar rationale as that of Field Programmable Gate Arrays and Field Programmable Analog Arrays in electronics. This high-level concept, basic photonic building blocks, design principles, and technology and physical implementation are discussed. Experimental evidence of its feasibility is also provided.