AI computation in datacenters is increasingly power-hungry and often bottlenecked by slow communication networks. At our lab, we are developing comprehensive solutions to enhance the scalability of AI compute clusters through a fast and energy-efficient optical network system. This multi-faceted project involves the mechanical design of optical components, software development for high-speed communication tasks, and creating electronic interfaces between optical engines and datacenter networks. Feel free to contact us if any of these areas are relevant to you.
1. Mechanical Design of Optical Network Switch and Multi-Layer Optical Processor
Focus: Designing a robust mechanical structure that integrates the optical engine, I/O components, mirrors, glass slabs, fibers, spatial light modulators, and electronics into a compact unit for datacenters. Ensuring efficient heat dissipation and robustness against vibrations.
Experience Gained:
3D CAD Modeling and Mechanical Design
Heat Dissipation
Optical Alignment and Manufacturing
Prototyping and Testing
2. Software Development for High-Speed Communication Tasks
Focus: Creating user-friendly software blocks and interfaces to operate the optical engine. Enhancing existing core software and developing a framework for communication protocols and control mechanisms.
Experience Gained:
Software Development
User Interface Design
Optical Software-Hardware Integration
3. Creating an Electronic Interface Between Optical Engine and Datacenter Communication Network
Focus: Designing an electronic interface to connect the optical switch with the datacenter communication network, ensuring efficient data transfer and system operation. Involves designing electronic systems and implementing signal processing techniques.
Experience Gained:
Embedded Systems
Signal Processing
To apply, please email Mustafa YILDIRIM ([email protected]) with your CV and briefly describe your relevant experience.
