Exploring Photonic Integrated Circuit Components
The following interactive tools will allow you to explore the properties of a silicon waveguides and integrated photonic components. A series of tabs explore key parameters for each photonic component, which can be adjusted using sliding bars or handles (see instructions below for more details).
Sim #1 - Waveguide Fundamentals
https://s3.amazonaws.com/virtual-lab-silicon-waveguide/index.html
Sim #2 - Radial Bend
https://s3.amazonaws.com/virtual-lab-radial-bend/index.html
Sim #3 - Directional Coupler
https://s3.amazonaws.com/virtual-lab-directional-coupler/index.html
Sim #4 - Y-Branch Splitter
Instructions:
Use the tabs to progress through the simulation environment:
Use the UI elements to explore the parameter space in each tab (interactive yellow/black buttons and sliders):
Note: Select the "Quiz Me" button on bottom right for assessment questions, and enter full screen mode using full screen button on bottom right of each sim:
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