This company designs and manufactures control electronics for integrated photonics, enabling precise control of photonic devices. Their systems automate tasks like bias control, photocurrent readout, and motion control for coupling and alignment, simplifying photonic system design.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Developing and deploying integrated photonic systems requires precise control and automation of various tasks such as bias control, photocurrent readout, and motion control for coupling and alignment. Existing solutions often lack the modularity, ease of use, and software integration needed for rapid prototyping and deployment.
Solution
Qontrol designs and manufactures control electronics for integrated photonics, providing versatile and simple solutions for photonic control challenges. Their modular systems offer precise control of photonic devices, enabling users to develop, test, and deploy photonic systems. The product suite includes control modules, wiring boards, cabling, and motion control components, all designed to interoperate seamlessly. Qontrol's systems feature open and published interfaces, clear documentation, and personal support, simplifying photonic system design and integration.
Target Audience
The primary customers are researchers, engineers, and companies involved in developing and deploying integrated photonic systems, including those working on neuromorphic processors, LiDAR sensors, ROADM switches, coherent transceivers, and quantum computers.
Features
- Modular control modules for bias control, current and voltage control, and sensitive photocurrent readout
- Motion control components for precise linear actuation and automated alignment
- Wiring boards and cabling for easy connectivity
- Python API for software integration and automation
- Versatile systems compatible with various integrated platforms, including SOI, SiOxNy, LNOI, and InP
- Test kits available for evaluating product performance