Due to the desire for faster data transmission rates and bandwidth-intensive applications, silicon photonics, an emerging technology, has been seeing increased demand. In data centers and telecoms, where it offers high-speed data transfer, decreased power consumption, and integration with current silicon-based electronic systems, it has experienced tremendous growth. In high-performance computing systems and data centers, silicon photonics has also been investigated as an alternative to conventional copper-based interconnects for optical interconnects.

Through the integration of silicon photonics into electronic chips and the use of conventional semiconductor fabrication methods, optical devices are made more affordable. Transceivers are being used more frequently as a result of the rising need for high-performance computing in data centers. The main drivers behind the introduction of silicon photonics are its benefits, including its high interconnect density, high optical integration, and low error rates. As a result, the transceivers' share of the worldwide silicon photonics market has grown.
Since it can handle the demands of high-speed data transmission (>100 Gbps) and energy efficiency, CMOS-integrated silicon photonics technology has seen an increase in demand in data centers. Data center operators find silicon photonics technology to be an appealing solution because it combines the strength of optical communications with the efficiency and scalability of CMOS technology.
New data centers are noticing an increase in demand for high-speed data transfer rates and next-generation data storage systems. With datacom protocols advancing toward high-speed communication and exceeding 100 Gbps, problems with range and signal integrity for both copper and optical connections are emerging. Data centers therefore face difficulties in meeting the demands for low-cost, power-efficient, high-bandwidth interconnection networks. The ability of optics to guarantee high-bandwidth data transfer, however, encourages the employment of photonics to meet bandwidth requirements for data centers. In order to address the demand for next-generation performance in data centers, silicon photonics technology can be combined with conventional complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) devices. The silicon photonics market is expanding as a result of the demand for low-cost, high-speed interconnects capable of sustaining ever-increasing data rates over 100 Gbps.
In the Silicon Photonics sector, thermal effects are a problem, especially as devices get smaller and more complicated. The thermal effect develops as a result of silicon's ability to absorb light, which may raise the device's internal temperature. Device performance may suffer as a result of this temperature rise, or the device itself may malfunction. The combination of electronic and photonic elements on a single chip is one potential source of worry. The performance of the photonic components may be impacted by the heat produced by the electrical components, and vice versa. High-powered laser sources can also produce a lot of heat, which could harm the object through thermal conduction.
Silicon photonics is widely used in telephony and data communication servers, which require very high power consumption and put servers under thermal stress. For instance, a high temperature may change the optical light's refractive index, causing the loss of visual information. Because of this, the impact of this restriction is currently moderate, but it will soon be minimal as more cutting-edge packing technologies are introduced. Liquid-crystal cladding, which has a negative thermo-optic coefficient and little infrared absorption, can be employed to lessen the heat effect.
One of the main forces behind the market's growth for silicon photonics is the quickly expanding internet traffic. Data centers and telecoms firms are looking for more efficient and economical solutions to handle the increasing volume of internet traffic due to the rising demand for high-speed data transfer. This problem has a possible solution in silicon photonics technology, which delivers quicker, more dependable, and more economical data transfer than conventional copper-based systems. Additionally, the combination of silicon, a tried-and-true material, and photonics makes it possible to create tiny and affordable devices, which further stimulates market expansion. As a result, the demand for high-speed data transfer is anticipated to grow significantly in the next years, driving a sharp increase in demand for silicon photonics technology.
an increase in silicon photonics market demand on a global scale. This is the best method for gathering information to assess health status without compromising instrument complexity, sensitivity, cheap cost, or size, which expands the market's potential for growth. Additionally, it assists in addressing the problems of cost-effectiveness, data transfer, and reliable protocols, opening up new business potential. Copper-based networking has been superseded by optical fiber connectivity in the current technological era. Therefore, these Silicon Photonics-related factors have recently increased the CAGR of the Silicon Photonics market globally.
Report Coverage
Global Silicon Photonics research report categorizes the market for global based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. Global Silicon Photonics report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the global market. Recent market developments and Silicon Photonics competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key Silicon Photonics market players and analyses their core competencies in each global market sub-segments.
REPORT ATTRIBUTES | DETAILS |
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Study Period | 2017-2030 |
Base Year | 2022 |
Forecast Period | 2022-2030 |
Historical Period | 2017-2021 |
Unit | Value (USD Billion) |
Key Companies Profiled | Infinera Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Intel Corporation, IBM Corporation, Mellanox Technologies Ltd, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K, STMicroelectronics NV, Finisar Corporation, FLIR Systems, IPG Photonics Corporation, NKT Photonics, SICOYA, AIO Core Co. Ltd, DAS Photonics, MACOM Technology Solutions (US), GlobalFoundries Inc. (US), Lumentum Operations LLC (US), Marvell Technology, Inc. (US), Coherent Corporation (US), International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) (US), Rockley Photonics Holdings Limited (US). |
Segments Covered | • By Product |
Customization Scope | Free report customization (equivalent to up to 3 analyst working days) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope |
Key Points Covered in the Report
- Market Revenue of Silicon Photonics Market from 2021 to 2030.
- Market Forecast for Silicon Photonics Market from 2021 to 2030.
- Regional Market Share and Revenue from 2021 to 2030.
- Country Market share within region from 2021 to 2030.
- Key Type and Application Revenue and forecast.
- Company Market Share Analysis, Silicon Photonics competitive scenario, ranking, and detailed company
profiles. - Market driver, restraints, and detailed COVID-19 impact on Silicon Photonics
Market
Competitive Environment:
The research provides an accurate study of the major organisations and companies operating in the global Silicon Photonics market, along with a comparative evaluation based on their product portfolios, corporate summaries, geographic reach, business plans, Silicon Photonics market shares in specific segments, and SWOT analyses. A detailed analysis of the firms' recent news and developments, such as product development, inventions, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, and other activities, is also included in the study. This makes it possible to assess the level of market competition as a whole.
List of Major Market Participants
Infinera Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Intel Corporation, IBM Corporation, Mellanox Technologies Ltd, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K, STMicroelectronics NV, Finisar Corporation, FLIR Systems, IPG Photonics Corporation, NKT Photonics, SICOYA, AIO Core Co. Ltd, DAS Photonics, MACOM Technology Solutions (US), GlobalFoundries Inc. (US), Lumentum Operations LLC (US), Marvell Technology, Inc. (US), Coherent Corporation (US), International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) (US), Rockley Photonics Holdings Limited (US).
Primary Target Market
- Market Players of Silicon Photonics
- Investors
- End-users
- Government Authorities
- Consulting And Research Firm
- Venture capitalists
- Third-party knowledge providers
- Value-Added Resellers (VARs)
Market Segment:
This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2019 to 2030. INFINITIVE DATA EXPERT has segmented the global Silicon Photonics market based on the below-mentioned segments:
Global Silicon Photonics Market, By Product
Optical Engines
Variable Optical Attenuators
Optical Multiplexers
Active Optical Cable
Transceivers
Others
Global Silicon Photonics market, By Components
Micro-Optical Filters
Mux/Demux Modules
Optical Isolators
AWG Terminals
Global Silicon Photonics Market, By End User
Military & Defense Industry
Commercial Industry
IT & Telecommunications Industry
Global Silicon Photonics market, Regional Analysis
- Europe: Germany, Uk, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Rest of Europe
- The Asia Pacific: China,Japan,India,South Korea,Australia,Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America: Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa
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