Study of inverse-designed 3D photonic waveguide networks

Description

“In contrast to designing 1D and 2D photonic crystal (PhC) slab cavity by tuning a handful of design parameters, an inverse design of 3D diamond lattice structures (e.g. inverse rod-connected diamond (RCD) and inverse woodpile photonic crystals) only based on removing or adding materials to create low-index or high-index cavities. In this project, we will numerically study the waveguide networks, formed by either a single rod or a series of sphere fragments. Also, each layer is linked by oblique waveguides. Here, light is confined and guided by wave interference rather than total internal reflection. Such design also provides a new platform for the development of all-optical artificial neural networks (ANNs). This project will use the plane wave expansion method (MIT Photonic-Bands, MPB) and Finite-Difference-Time-Domain (MEEP-FDTD) method to design and optimize such structures.” You will provide a 3,000-word reflective account of your learning during your Advanced Practice activity. This will clearly articulate and evaluate achievements related to goals identified in your personal learning contract and be supported by a portfolio of evidence.  Expecting a good research paper for the master’s level.