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Optical modulator having reflection layers

US9740032B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 23, 2016
Grant dateAug 22, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 23, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01S5/10
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An optical modulator is provided, including a lower reflection layer, an active layer formed on the lower reflection layer, and an upper reflection layer formed on the active layer. The active layer includes a multiple quantum well structure including a quantum well layer and a quantum barrier layer. The upper reflection layer includes a dielectric material. A plurality of micro cavity layers are included in the upper reflection layer.

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