Samba Photonics Lab

Samba Photonics Lab is a California-based hardware innovator specializing in advanced optical interconnect solutions for AI-driven data centers and high-performance computing. We integrate premier technology with nano-scale precision manufacturing to serve our global customers. Our Mission To transform Al connectivity with cutting-edge optical interconnects, enabling ultra-fast and efficient optical I/O.

Samba Photonics Lab is dedicated to revolutionizing AI chip connectivity through innovative optical interconnects, focusing on external optical I/O interfaces. By enhancing data transfer speed and efficiency, we aim to transform data centers, reduce latency, and increase bandwidth.

At the heart of our success is a team of experienced researchers and engineers, including Dr. Xiaolin Tong, a Caltech Ph.D. and entrepreneur in optoelectronics, and Dr. Steve Yao, an IEEE and Optica Fellow, who have combined their expertise to develop patented light-coupling technology and proprietary nanoscale component manufacturing.