Why, After All These Years, MZI-Based Transistorlessness Might Finally Be Here
Summary
The article argues that MZI-based photonic computing could finally become viable due to convergence of AI-driven low-precision computing, advanced thermal management techniques, and new engineering designs. It surveys a range of approaches to mitigate thermal sensitivity, from athermal designs to integrated monitoring and novel substrate techniques, while noting remaining challenges like noise, memory storage, and manufacturing yields.