University of Ottawa

Purpose

Modern laser design is a complex endeavor, involving designing of different sub-components that are then combined. The purpose of this project is to investigate and develop AI tools that can assist in the design of such subcomponents, offering methods capable to identify new and/or better performing laser devices in this high dimensional design space. For example, leveraging AI to explore efficiently the design space of subcomponents can lead to new laser design ideas and pinpoint new limitations faster. The project will use a suite of software tools, each dedicated to simulating different sub-component, to test the overall impact of AI-driven methods to the full device cycle. Two HQPs will be fully dedicated to this project, working on AI tools, laser modeling, and model calibrations to real (NRCmade) designs.