AutoGator: The Automatic Chip Interrogator

A software package for camera-assisted motion control and experiment configuration of photonic integrated circuit interrogation platforms.

Features

• Automated Testing: Automatically test the circuits on a photonic chip.
• Low-Cost Hardware: Detailed assembly instructions and CAD designs for 3D printed hardware components provided.
• Open Source: The source code is available on GitHub.
• Cross-Platform: The software can be installed on any operating system.
• Scriptable: Extend functionality or write custom tests with Python scripts.

Cite

This work is currently under review.

PyroLab

AutoGator builds on PyroLab, another open-source software package providing software drivers and networking capabilities in Python for common photonic hardware setups.

Installation

AutoGator is available on the Python Package Index. To install it, run:

pip install autogator

For other options or more detailed instructions, see the User Guide.

Requirements

• Python 3.7+