Discover the latest advancements in photonic simulation with Ansys Lumerical 2025 R1. This powerful release introduces dramatically faster FDTD and MODE solvers, AI-assisted optimization workflows, and robust co-simulation capabilities across optical, electrical, and thermal domains. Enhanced PDK and MPW support streamlines layout-driven PIC design, while deeper integration with Ansys HFSS and Zemax empowers full-system modeling — from device to deployment. Advanced post-processing tools and expanded scripting capabilities offer engineers deeper insights into their designs. Whether you’re developing photonic integrated circuits, working in quantum photonics, or designing optoelectronic systems, this release is built to accelerate your innovation.