CW-WDM MSA

?????????????????? ????????????????: The CW-WDM MSA takes a smart approach to optical standardization: We're focused solely on defining optical source specs (not full communication links), giving developers freedom to optimize applications while creating consistent supply chain standards. Our specs define three wavelength spans (9nm, 18nm, 36nm) with grid options for 8+1, 16+1, and 32+1 wavelengths—all in the O-band. Less restriction = more innovation! #OpticalEngineering #TechStandards #CWWDM #LightingTheWay

The CW-WDM MSA defines specifications for high-count wavelength optical laser sources supporting advanced integrated optics. Why does this matter? Current standards support 1-4 wavelengths, but emerging Silicon Photonics applications need 8, 16, and 32 wavelengths to enable better performance, efficiency, and cost at scale. Higher-wavelength solutions will be essential for next-gen AI clusters and supercomputers, where massive parallel processing requires unprecedented data movement between compute nodes. Check out the full spec at https://cw-wdm.org/ #OpticalInnovation #SiliconPhotonics #CWWDM #LightingTheWay #AI #HPC

In the lead up to #OFC25 over the next few weeks, we're highlighting six key aspects of the CW-WDM MSA—the standard changing how we think about optical interconnects. Follow along as we explore: - Why we need more wavelengths - How our specifications work - Where this technology will make an impact - Who's building the ecosystem - What the physics tells us about optimal design - Where we're headed next Discover how expanding wavelengths unlocks potential for future computing demands. #CWWDM #OpticalInnovation #SiliconPhotonics

It's that time of year again... mark your calendars for #OFC25 - March 30 - April 3! With 10 Promoter and 23 Observer members exhibiting, OFC is a fantastic opportunity to explore the latest developments in multi-wavelength laser technology. Our consortium continues to drive innovation in optical networking through standardization of advanced multi-wavelength laser sources. These standards are essential for enabling next-generation technologies like co-packaged optics and high-density optical I/O solutions. Visit our Promoter and Observer member booths to see how CW-WDM MSA specifications are shaping the future of optical connectivity and advancing computing interconnect applications. We can’t wait to connect with you! #OpticalNetworking #Photonics #DataCenter #CWWDM AMD | Advanced Micro Foundry | Arista Networks | Ayar Labs | Broadcom | Coherent Corp. | DenseLight Semiconductors Pte. Ltd., Singapore | FURUKAWA ELECTRIC GROUP | GlobalFoundries | Hisense Group | Hitachi High-Tech Corporation | imec | Innolume GmbH | Intel Corporation | Keysight Technologies | Lightelligence | Lumentum | MACOM | OpenLight | Phononic Inc | POET Technologies | Quantifi Photonics | Quintessent Inc. | Samtec Inc | SCINTIL Photonics | Semtech | Senko Advanced Components | SiFotonics Technologies Co.,Ltd. | Sivers Semiconductors AB | Skorpios Technologies, Inc. | Source Photonics | Sumitomo Electric Optical Interconnect | Thorlabs

More big news in the optical interconnect space! Lightmatter has secured a massive $400M Series D round at a $4.4B valuation. This marks the second major funding announcement for silicon photonics startups in just a week, signaling growing investor confidence in next-gen optical datacenter connectivity solutions. As a CW-WDM MSA Observer Member, Lightmatter's Passage technology leverages wavelength-division multiplexing to enable multi-lambda bidirectional communication on a single waveguide/fiber. This breakthrough could revolutionize how we architect datacenters and #AI systems. The future of AI infrastructure is looking increasingly optical! https://lnkd.in/ghPMT4SX #Photonics #Datacenter #CWWDM #OpticalInterconnect

"Getting down to the 10 cents or the five cents becomes possible with this approach and this has potential to go beyond 16 terabits" Andrew McKee of Sivers Photonics at the PECC Summit in Sunnyvale, Ca with Optica and Advanced Photonics Coalition #technology #innovation #creativity #fiberoptics #management

Exciting news from MSA Observer Member, Xscape Photonics Inc, who secured $44 million in Series A funding to accelerate the development of their ChromX platform. This scalable, programmable, multi-color photonics solution aims to address key challenges in AI data centers, including energy efficiency, performance, and scalability. Led by IAG Capital Partners with participation from industry giants like NVIDIA and Cisco, this investment underscores the growing importance of multi-wavelength solutions in addressing bandwidth challenges in #AI and #HPC. https://lnkd.in/gh_fXiXQ #CWWDM #OpticalInnovation #AIInfrastructure

Sivers Photonics and Ayar Labs are set to make waves at ECOC Exhibition! Don't miss their joint live demo showcasing Sivers' 16-wavelength DFB laser array integrated into Ayar Labs' SuperNova? light source. The CW-WDM MSA compliant solution delivers a staggering 16 Tbps of bi-directional bandwidth – a gamechanger for AI scale-up networks. Stop by booth #C106 to witness this cutting-edge technology in action. https://lnkd.in/e_xRKZch #ECOC2024 #CWWDM

Heading to ECOC Exhibition next week? At least 15 CW-WDM MSA members are showcasing cutting-edge optical innovations in Frankfurt! Visit their booths to discover firsthand how MSA standards are shaping the future of optical communication. #CWWDM #ECOC2024 Ayar Labs | Advanced Micro Foundry | Cadence Design Systems | FURUKAWA ELECTRIC GROUP | imec | InnoLight Technology | Innolume GmbH | Intel Corporation | Keysight Technologies | Lumentum | OpenLight | SCINTIL Photonics | Semtech | Senko Advanced Components | Sivers Photonics | Source Photonics

Ayar Labs and Sivers Photonics will demonstrate the world's first 16 lambda CW-WDM MSA laser at #ecoc24. It's a marvel packaged in a small form factor and well complements the advancement of Ayar Labs innovations for AI. You can see this in the Sivers' booth. And our laser engineer Radek Roucka will be there with me to answer questions. Stop by, and let's meet. #siliconphotonics #ai #hpc