SPINS: Inverse Design Software for Nanophotonic Structures

TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

The SPINS software suite automates the design of arbitrary nanophotonic devices by leveraging gradient-based optimization techniques that can explore a large space of possible designs. The resulting devices have higher efficiencies, smaller footprints, and novel functionalities.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Electronics, Sensors, C5ISR

Technology Development Status: Proven Manufacturability

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 6


National Innovation Awardee

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Website: https://otl.stanford.edu/


GOVT/EXTERNAL FUNDING SOURCES

External Funding to Date: Global Foundries, Google, Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation