American Institute for Manufacturing Integrated Photonics (AIM Photonics)

The National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI) is a network of research institutes in the United States that focus on developing and commercializing manufacturing technologies through public-private partnerships between U.S. industry, universities, and federal government agencies. The newest Institute was announced July 27, 2015: The American Institute for Manufacturing Integrated Photonics (AIM Photonics). This Institute is focused on developing an end-to-end photonic integrated circuit (PIC) ecosystem in the U.S., including domestic foundry access, integrated design tools, automated packaging, assembly and test, and workforce development. The Institute will develop and demonstrate innovative manufacturing technologies for: • Ultra-high-speed transmission and switching of signals for the Internet and telecommunications • Microwave photonic PICs • Multi-sensor applications including chem-bio sensors, urban navigation, and other topics