Optiwave.OptiFDTD.12.2 NEW FEATURE Full 64-bit Software OptiFDTD has been thoroughly re-engineered to take full advantage of recent processor and memory evolution. Every aspect of OptiFDTD now utilizes 64-bit processing technology for optimal performance. NEW FEATURE 3D Editor The new editor improves the design experience by enabling users to visualize and directly edit design objects in three dimensions. Simple mouse operations enable zooming, panning and tumbling within the simulation domain. fdtd 3D photonic crystal t-branch Fig 1: The new 3D editor displaying a “T-branch” photonic crystal layout For more precise positioning and better visualization of hidden geometry, the 3D editor can be replaced by a 4-quadrant window showing three orthographic views (XY, XZ, YZ) and a 3D representation of the layout. The Wireframe Mode can be activated to visualize intersecting objects more precisely. fdtd solar cell Fig 2: 4-quadrants editor showing an optimized plasmonic solar-cell design NEW FEATURE Project Browser The new project browser enhances productivity by categorizing all components (geometry, input sources, and detectors) into a single window that can be quickly and easily accessed. fdtd ring resonator Fig 3: Project Browser showing components of a ring resonator NEW FEATURE Design Tutor Ideal for beginners, the Design Tutor presents a step-by-step workflow for preparing, designing and simulating photonic components. Each step is explained in detail in the offline help, which is now accessible via the Help menu. This menu also acts as a shortcut for information about common software functions. fdtd design tutor Fig 4: Design Tutor NEW FEATURE Matrix and Mesh Converter Two new tools were added to the OptiFDTD Toolbox: Matrix Converter and Mesh Converter. The Matrix Converter converts field data to a format compatible with external software tools (such as Matlab and Origin). The mesh converter converts an OptiBPM output field to an OptiFDTD input field. NEW FEATURE 3D Refractive Index Viewer The new 3D refractive index and optical field viewers provide users with a more detailed and real-time view of the data. Non-uniform FDTD meshes can also be visualized.