FAQs
Can OghmaNano results be published in papers or used in industrial/academic environments?
Yes. Results generated with OghmaNano may be used and published, provided that OghmaNano is cited. Please see the license for details.
Bug reports, feature requests, and getting the most out of OghmaNano
Thank you for downloading and using OghmaNano. Feedback from the community is highly valued and helps guide ongoing development. Many users request new features or report bugs, and while all feedback is welcome, development resources are limited and must be carefully prioritized. OghmaNano is maintained within an academic environment, where contributions are evaluated primarily through high-impact research outputs.
To ensure development time is used most effectively, please consider the following:
- For general advice on how to use specific features, please post questions in the forum. Efforts will be made to respond, but reminders may be needed.
- For bug reports, please use the forum. Every effort will be made to correct issues in subsequent releases, although no guaranteed timeline can be provided.
- For new feature requests or regular support, collaboration on a joint publication is encouraged. Collaborative projects make it easier to dedicate time and resources to implementing specific features or addressing complex issues. Please initiate discussion via the forum.
If no support is required, OghmaNano can be freely used in accordance with the license without the need for further contact.
How can new optical materials be added to the materials database?
Guidance on extending the optical materials database is provided in this tutorial. A demonstration video is available here, and further information can be found in the optical simulations tutorial.
Is there a database of electrical parameters?
Not at present. OghmaNano provides a database of optical n/k data only, as it is primarily designed for disordered thin-film devices. In such systems, electrical parameters (e.g. recombination rates, mobilities) depend strongly on fabrication processes and laboratory conditions. Users are encouraged to fit models to experimental data or consult the literature to determine appropriate values.
Why is www.oghma-nano.com blocked in some countries, and how can it be accessed?
The reason for blocking varies by country and cannot be determined by the project team.
If access is restricted, replacing https with http may help in some cases, as certain regions restrict encrypted traffic.
Users experiencing access issues are encouraged to notify the project team via the contact page.
Is OghmaNano compatible with macOS?
Yes, although it currently requires use of an emulator or virtual machine. Native macOS support is planned for the longer term.
How frequently is OghmaNano updated?
Updates are released at least monthly, and often more frequently depending on collaborator requirements. Users are strongly advised to run the latest version, as continuous bug fixes and improvements are implemented.
Does OghmaNano come with a warranty or guarantee of fitness for purpose?
No. Please refer to the license for details.
Is consultancy support available?
Yes. For consultancy opportunities, please use the contact form.
Should older versions of OghmaNano be used?
No. Users are strongly encouraged to always use the latest release of OghmaNano.
Can OghmaNano be downloaded from third-party repositories?
No. It is strongly recommended to download only from the official website, as the quality and safety of third-party executables cannot be verified.