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Description

Create your photonic integrated circuit within a layout-focused workflow that allows designers to utilize either a drag-and-drop interface or a script-based approach. Both methods are facilitated by a comprehensive custom IC design layout editor, which also manages the physical verification and tape-out stages. L-Edit Photonics allows for rapid photonic design creation through its intuitive drag-and-drop functionality, eliminating the need for coding. Upon finalizing the design, a netlist can be generated to support photonic simulations. The PIC design is entirely integrated within an IC layout editor, enabling users to develop layouts without writing any code, thus supporting a layout-centric approach that does not require a schematic. For those who prefer a schematic flow, S-Edit is available as an optional tool. Moreover, a simulation netlist can be produced for input into a photonic simulator, and photonic simulations are seamlessly incorporated through partnerships with various providers. Additionally, multiple foundries offer photonic PDKs to enhance design capabilities. Overall, this comprehensive workflow simplifies the photonic design process while catering to various designer preferences.

Description

The development of Raylectron spanned several years, involving extensive research and experimentation. Crafting such sophisticated software is quite challenging. Although ray tracing techniques have been around for a significant period before Raylectron’s inception, they often lack true photorealism. To achieve a lifelike appearance, it is essential to accurately trace the light's path to illuminate the various objects within a scene, necessitating a deep understanding of physical laws, particularly how photons behave when they collide with surfaces. In reality, photons move at light speed, allowing us to perceive illumination almost instantaneously. However, replicating this effect in a computer program is far from straightforward. The speed of calculations presents a significant hurdle, as computers cannot process information at the speed of light. Additionally, the underlying mathematics is incredibly intricate and demanding. Raylectron integrates all these complex features into a single, user-friendly software solution. It offers users an extensive selection of illumination options and allows for real-time texturing of models, making the process more accessible than ever before. This seamless combination of capabilities elevates the user experience significantly.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

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Integrations

Ansys SIwave Yes 
Python Yes 
SketchUp No 

Integrations

Ansys SIwave No 
Python No 
SketchUp Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$99.95 per license
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Siemens

Founded

1847

Country

United States

Website

eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ic/ic-custom/photonic/l-edit-photonics/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Raylectron

Country

Canada

Website

raylectron.com/webver2/

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