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Method and apparatus for improving frequency response in mode converters

US7162107B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2004
Grant dateJan 9, 2007
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Expiry dateOct 14, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02F2203/20
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A semiconductor based electro-optic modulator comprising a capacitively coupled ground allowing for DC biasing of the modulator and a pre-distortion circuit for alleviating RF skin effect and for increasing bandwidth of modulator. Electrical components and functions of modulator partly located on an alumina pane. Reduction of thermally-induced stresses by connecting modulator ground to package ground via alumina pane is also disclosed.

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