Exploring Optics and Photonics System Design Through Simulation

Event Details

Date: 3rd August 2023

Time: 5.30 – 8.30 PM AEST

Location: Cicada Innovations

Program

5:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Reception and Sign-in

6:00 PM – 6:10 PM

Opening Address

W. Y. Sarah Lau

6:10 PM – 6:35 PM

Optical Simulation for Multi-domains & Multiphysics

Joel Thakker

Engineering solutions for design and manufacturing bottlenecks, through the use of simulation and numerical modelling – that’s been me since 2006.

Whether your product resides on the seabed or in low earth orbit, in a hospital ward or an armoured vehicle, in a gas pipeline or an HVAC system, on a wind turbine or chute transfer system – chances are I can help understand, design and realise the full potential of the product through the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis and Bulk Material Transport modelling.

6:35 PM – 7:00 PM

The Dos and Don’ts of DOEs

Fernando Diaz

A formidable framework, Design of Experiments (DOEs) forms a powerful tool to plan, analyze and communicate your results to a wider audience.

Applying statistical methods one can detect the most significant parameters, project the most cost-effective experiments, and quantify the significance of the results. While undoubtedly a useful structure to work under, it is not a catch all nor a means to stop thinking about your problem space. Quite the opposite, it remains fundamental to identify in which cases and circumstances such a framework works best to save time and resources to reach meaningful results. Here we highlight optimal strategies for applying DOEs as well as some common pitfalls to avoid.

5:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Close and Networking

Speakers

Fernando Diaz, PhD

Born in the United States and raised in Argentina, Dr Diaz began his studies in the physical sciences with notable theoretical and laboratory experience. His professional interests are aligned with his passion for photonics and its adjoining technologies. Photonics possesses a unique multidisciplinary quality capable of bridging the fields of physics, biology and chemistry; creating interesting opportunities for novel applications at their crossings. This distinction along with the enormous investment from both industrial and academic sectors is what makes photonics such an exciting area for professional development.

Dr. Diaz obtained his doctorate in physics from the University of Sydney where he initiated his experience in the field of integrated photonics. His dissertation, on Hybrid Plasmonic Waveguides for Integrated Nonlinear Optics, focused on the potential of a novel platform for nonlinear optical applications. Upon graduation he became interested in applying his know-how for real world applications and joined a start-up working on LiDAR technology. Dr. Diaz leads a small team whose focus is developing and building sensor prototypes based on photonic chip optical beam steering.

He possesses numerous academic publications and industrial patents, with each stage of his career presenting a different set of challenges and opportunities. During his academic career he developed analytical thinking, the ability to breakdown complex phenomenon into simple factors, and plan the execution of experiments. During his industrial career he has learned to develop a holistic view of projects and reign in solution spaces to fit into real world requirements including cost and manufacturing constraints.

Joel Thakker

Engineering solutions for design and manufacturing bottlenecks, through the use of simulation and numerical modelling – that’s been me since 2006. Whether your product resides on the seabed or in low earth orbit, in a hospital ward or an armoured vehicle, in a gas pipeline or an HVAC system, on a wind turbine or chute transfer system – chances are I can help understand, design and realise the full potential of the product through the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis and Bulk Material Transport modelling.