Connectors, trace templates and waveguides
A basic building block for a photonic circuit is a waveguide. When you are designing a full circuit, you can use waveguides to create components and also to create connections between components. Every waveguide has a trace template which holds information about its cross-section.
Different ways to create waveguides when designing a photonic circuit.
For flexibility, IPKISS provides different ways to create waveguides:
When designing a component, you can select the desired trace templates and define each waveguide individually. Afterward, you can position and/or connect them as needed to form your component. If your component also consists of different photonic elements (tapers, gratings, etc.) you can include these elements as well.
When designing a circuit, you can link components to each other in a smart and easy way by making use of connectors.
At times, you may be unsure whether to use a waveguide or a connector for a specific connection or which trace template to choose. This tutorial provides an overview of how to use connectors, trace templates and waveguides to create your circuit in an efficient, flexible and parametric way.
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