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Company Details

Country
Italy, Milan
Year Founded
2019
Number of Employees
14
Product Stage
Revenue-generating customer growth
Domain
Grid monitoring

PhotonPath

Description

We provide optical components and systems to obtain transmit and process information using light. We are a fabless manufacturer of Photonic Integrated Circuits that provide more capacity and programability to Optical Communications and access to monitoring information from places where electronic solutions do not arrive in the Optical Sensing industry.

The Problem

In today's digital era, data acquisition, transmission, and processing are fundamental to numerous industries. However, traditional electronic systems are reaching their limits, particularly in environments that are harsh or inaccessible. This limitation results in inefficient data handling, increased operational costs, and potential for critical system failures. For utility companies like Alliander, this means unreliable monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure, leading to increased risk of blackouts and inefficiencies in power distribution.

The Solution

PhotonPath addresses these challenges with our innovative photonic sensing solutions. Our proprietary integrated photonic circuits (PICs) enable high-precision, real-time data acquisition, transmission, and processing at the speed of light. Our product, Spectre, offers an all-in-one optical sensing system that can be deployed in any environment, providing unparalleled accuracy and reliability. By integrating advanced photonics hardware with robust software platforms, we offer a scalable, plug-and-play solution that reduces operational costs and enhances predictive maintenance capabilities.

What makes us different?

PhotonPath stands out due to our unique combination of advanced photonics technology and versatile software solutions. Our integrated photonics chipsets leverage multiple platforms, including SiP, InP, and SiN, allowing us to create compact, high-performance products that are 50x smaller and consume 100x less power than traditional electronic systems. Unlike conventional electronics, our optical solutions are immune to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and can operate effectively in high-voltage environments without causing interference. This enables us to deliver precise measurements in areas where electronic solutions fail, ensuring reliable data collection even in the most challenging conditions. Our patented control algorithms and near-zero loss optical platform provide unmatched scalability and programmability, making PhotonPath the go-to choice for modern infrastructure monitoring and data management.