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Method and apparatus for optical modulation

US9455372B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 17, 2013
Grant dateSep 27, 2016
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02F2202/105
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention is a method and an apparatus for optical modulation, for example for use in optical communications links. In one embodiment, an apparatus for optical modulation includes a first silicon layer having one or more trenches formed therein, a dielectric layer lining the first silicon layer, and a second silicon layer disposed on the dielectric layer and filling the trenches.

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