Join us to hear about photonics & optics breakthroughs that will shape the future
Our invited speakers are technology and business leaders at trailblazing companies in Photonics AI. They are pushing the boundaries of photonics to build next-generation products and solutions that will define industry trends in the next decade.
Location: Computer History Museum, Mountain View, CA
3:30 - 3:35
Metin Ozen — CEO of Ozen
3:35 - 4:05
"Novel optical technologies have enabled superior scaling, availability, and performance of the leading edge ML systems at Google. In this presentation, we will discuss these key optical interconnect and switching technologies, followed by review of the corresponding system level impact/results. "
Ryohei Urata, Google Inc.
4:05 - 4:35
"This talk reviews the utilization of photonics as an essential enabler of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly its impact on high-performance computing. With Optica’s unique position as the go-to photonics industry association, the presentation provides an industry-centric viewpoint. It examines market trends, growth areas, and the incorporation of photonic-enabled AI in datacom. A key focus is on identifying and analyzing the major companies and startups pioneering in this space, discussing their strategies and market influence. The talk concludes by addressing the challenges in photonic AI adoption, future advancements."
Pouya Dianat, PhD – Director of PIC and Quantum Technology at Optica
4:35 - 5:05
"At Ansys, we are revolutionizing engineering simulation with the power of artificial intelligence. Our AI-augmented simulation technology is a game-changer, bringing unprecedented speed, innovation, and accessibility to the engineering world. With Ansys AI, we are enabling product engineers to leverage their previous simulation and measurement data to reliably assess the performance of new designs in minutes instead of hours. We are not just accelerating simulations; we are transforming the way engineers work, making simulation simple, natural, and accessible to all.
This presentation explores the current landscape and future potential of seamlessly integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into optics and photonics simulations, fostering advancements in design, analysis, and validation processes. Attendees will explore AI-driven design exploration, witnessing ongoing trends and methodologies that navigate large design spaces, optimizing optical systems for heightened performance and efficiency. Ongoing work in AI-optimized simulations is discussed, enabling faster iterations and comprehensive system analyses.
Predictive analytics and adaptive learning take center stage, with insights into ongoing and future applications, showcasing AI's ability to predict issues, optimize designs, and dynamically adapt simulation parameters based on evolving requirements. Participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the current state and insights of the future of Ansys AI in our optics and photonics simulation software."
Felipe Mercado - Ansys
5:05 - 6:00
Speakers
Dr. Ryohei Urata is currently a Principal Engineer/Director in the Platforms Optics Group, where he has defined/developed Google's datacenter optical technologies and corresponding roadmap for the past decade. Prior to joining Google, he was a research specialist at NTT Photonics Laboratories, Japan. He has over 150 patents, publications, and presentations in the areas of optical interconnect, switching, and networking. He received the B.S. degree in engineering physics from the University of California at Berkeley (Highest Honors), and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from Stanford University (Stanford Graduate Fellow). He was elected an Optica/OSA Fellow in 2022.
Pouya Dianat, PhD, serves as the Technical Director at Optica's Corporate Engagement Department, with a focus on Photonic Integrated Circuits and Quantum applications. With over a decade in the Photonics industry, Pouya specializes in business development and strategy, transitioning advanced photonic technologies from concept to market. His expertise includes commercializing high-performance photodetectors for 3D sensing and imaging in sectors like automotive LiDAR, defense, and datacom, alongside fostering industry partnerships
