Ultracompact quantum well waveguide electro-optic modulators

Jane E. Zucker

doi:10.1117/12.177162

2 June 1994 Ultracompact quantum well waveguide electro-optic modulators

Jane E. Zucker

Proceedings Volume 2145, Nonlinear Optics for High-Speed Electronics and Optical Frequency Conversion; (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.177162
Event: OE/LASE '94, 1994, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

Quantum well heterostructures provide enhanced electrooptic effects that allow waveguide modulators with both low drive voltage requirements and small physical footprint. Compactness is important for incorporation in systems where space is at a premium or weight is an issue. Minimizing waveguide device length is also a critical factor in reducing production cost, especially when the modulator is monolithically integrated with other components for higher functionality. Finally, for electrorefractive waveguide modulators that are RC-limited, compactness is the key to obtaining high speed operation.

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Jane E. Zucker "Ultracompact quantum well waveguide electro-optic modulators", Proc. SPIE 2145, Nonlinear Optics for High-Speed Electronics and Optical Frequency Conversion, (2 June 1994); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.177162

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