Optical Solutions Newsletter

SmartStart Library Updates

The SmartStart Library, an extensive collection of optical data for commercially available diffusers, reflectors, mold textures, plastics, and glasses, can be licensed for use in LucidShape, LucidShape CAA V5 Based, or LightTools. By leveraging the SmartStart Library, you can significantly enhance your optical design process and achieve more accurate results. Discover the full potential of the SmartStart Library in our blog article.

The latest updates include a new catalog for Reichle micro textures as well as additional optical properties and materials from well-known manufacturers including Mold Tech and CST Studio. 

To achieve the most accurate simulation results, we recommend downloading the new quarterly release, and replacing those datasets in your downloaded SmartStart Library with these newly published ones.

To access the SmartStart library updates and installation instructions:

1. Log into SolvNetPlus.

2. Click one of the following links:

• LightTools SmartStart Library
• LucidShape SmartStart Library

If you are not currently licensing the SmartStart Library and would like to learn more, read our datasheet. You can also contact the SmartStart Library team at smartstart_support@synopsys.com.

We were delighted to connect with students at our recent meet-and-greets at the University of Rochester and the University of Arizona. Our student licensing program offers a fantastic opportunity to learn industry-standard software and enhance your job market value. Additionally, consider launching your career at Synopsys, where numerous job opportunities await: https://careers.synopsys.com/.