Lightium, MPI Corporation and Axiomatic_AI partner on PIC testing
The companies say their AI-driven solution sets a new industry benchmark for efficiency, precision, and scalability, lowering the total cost of testing and accelerating time-to-market for next-generation PIC devices
Lightium AG, MPI Corporation, and Axiomatic_AI Inc. have announced they have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly develop a platform that they describe as the world's first Intelligent, Autonomous, and Integrated Test Solution (IAITS) for photonic devices.
This strategic collaboration aims to revolutionise the testing and qualification processes of PIC devices by uniting state-of-the-art AI, next-generation hardware, and deep domain expertise. The companies say the IAITS platform will deliver breakthrough performance in testing workflows, enabling unmatched efficiency, precision, and scalability to meet the ever-evolving demands of the photonics industry.
According to the companies, this partnership is motivated by a shared commitment to deliver groundbreaking AI-driven and self-optimising solutions to the photonics industry. By combining Axiomatic_AI’s reasoning-based AI with MPI’s wafer probing systems and automation software, and leveraging Lightium’s testing infrastructure and expertise in ultra-high-speed photonic device measurements, the collaboration aims to bring fully integrated, intelligent PIC test solutions to market.
Together, the three companies plan to create a unified AI platform that addresses the growing complexity and performance demands of characterising PICs – unlocking new levels of automation, precision, and scalability for next-generation applications.
The Intelligent, Autonomous, and Integrated Test Solution (IAITS) aims to introduce a new paradigm in PIC testing, delivering transformative value across both technology infrastructure and human capital.
By automating complex test routines, minimising downtime, and optimising measurement system utilisation, the companies say IAITS significantly accelerates test cycles and reduces iteration times, increasing throughput. Another key benefit that IAITS aims to offer is enhanced human efficiency, achieved by reducing reliance on manual operation, programming, and debugging – freeing skilled personnel to focus on high-value engineering and strategic innovation tasks.
Designed to support both R&D and high-volume production environments, IAITS will be commercially available as an advanced software add-on package for MPI Corporation’s wafer probing systems.
