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Ultrafast Ge/Si resonator-based modulators for optical data communications in silicon photonics

US7840099B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 18, 2007
Grant dateNov 23, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 25, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02F1/3136
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An optical modulator structure includes at least two waveguide structures for inputting and outputting an optical signal. At least one ring resonator structure provides coupling between the at least two waveguide structures. The at least one ring resonator structure includes Ge or SiGe.

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