Scientists have developed a revolutionary programmable photonic chip made from thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN).
The chip allows light and electrical signals to interact more efficiently and integrates key components on a single chip, making devices smaller and more powerful.
It is programmable, enabling reconfiguration for different tasks just like an electronic chip, and is able to protect communication systems from jamming.
This breakthrough has the potential to advance radar systems, communication networks, and 6G technology in the future.