which software application by Synopsys has a feature/module called OptoD_2D_3D_BPM_Simulations? What is OptoD_2D_3D_BPM_Simulations

The software application by Synopsys that includes the feature/module called **OptoD_2D_3D_BPM_Simulations** is **Sentaurus**, which is part of Synopsys's suite of tools for semiconductor design and analysis. More specifically, this feature relates to the optical design capabilities within the Sentaurus software. **OptoD_2D_3D_BPM_Simulations** refers to "Optical Design 2D and 3D Beam Propagation Method Simulations." It is a simulation tool used for modeling the propagation of light in various media and structures. The Beam Propagation Method (BPM) is a numerical technique used in optics to analyze how light travels through waveguides, fibers, or other optical components. This method can be applied in both two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) contexts, allowing designers and engineers to visualize and optimize optical systems such as photonic devices, integrated optics, and fiber optics. The ability to perform 2D and 3D simulations helps in understanding light behavior in complex geometries and varying material properties, making it a valuable tool in the development of photonic circuits and systems.