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See Optical
and Photonic
Simulations in
a New Light
Companies around the world are leveraging optics and photonics to boost
competitiveness by delivering a better customer and employee experience.
According to a statement from University of Central Florida's College of Optics and Photonics, "The 21st century
is the 'Age of Light,' a century that will have optics and photonics as the dominant influencing technology."
Here are a few examples of where optics and photonics are used today:
1. Autonomous Vehicles: Lidar, Sensors, Systems, Software
2. Communications: Telecom Systems, Cell Phones, Displays, Fibers (for Internet), Quantum Computing,
Photonic Integrated Circuits
3. Defense: Guidance and Control, Displays, Weapons
4. Healthcare: Diagnostics, Therapies, Gene Modification, Drug Development
5. Manufacturing: Process Control, Laser Machining, Semiconductor Fabrication
For years, companies using optics and photonics have depended on simulation software, as not all light is
seen by the human eye and building prototypes can be prohibitively expensive. Because learning how to
use simulation software effectively takes time and an expertise not always present at smaller companies or
startups, many companies turn to Rand Simulation, a leading user and seller of the world's top simulation
software that also provides outstanding training and support services. In this whitepaper, we provide
information about recent developments in the optics and photonics simulation software market and share
examples of two improved workflows now possible.
WHITEPAPER
