2D Optical Interface Scales Beyond 1024 Ports

RAM Photonics Industrial, based in the US, has recently unveiled a groundbreaking 2D optical interface designed to cater to the demands of switches in AI datacentres. This innovative technology has the capability to scale beyond 1024 ports, offering a significant advancement in the field of photonics.

Specializing in automated photonics manufacturing, RAM Photonics Industrial has revolutionized the production process by eliminating the need for manual assembly and testing. This streamlined approach is crucial for the development of the scalable Medusa Array 2D array of optical fibers, which boasts the ability to scale beyond 1024 fiber ports with minimal insertion loss.

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The Medusa Array family of products has been specifically crafted to address the growing demand for high-volume, cost-effective 2D optical-to-electronic interfaces in optical circuit switching (OCS) and co-packaged optics (CPO). Unlike traditional photonics assembly methods that are labor-intensive, Medusa is manufactured using a fully automated, high-yield production process that eliminates the need for epoxy.

By leveraging fully automated manufacturing techniques, designers now have the flexibility to define custom interface geometries, collimation layers, and incorporate mixed fiber types. This level of customization is achieved while maintaining the volume and cost efficiency typically associated with high-yield semiconductor production.

John Marciante, the CEO of RAM Photonics, expressed his enthusiasm for the Medusa Array family of products, stating, “RAM is proud to introduce the Medusa Array family of products to address the growing demand for photonic interfaces in AI and data center infrastructure. Our automated manufacturing platform ensures unparalleled precision and industry-leading yields, establishing RAM as a frontrunner in high-volume fiber interconnects.”