Title :
Integrated optics waveguide modulator based on surface plasmon resonance
Author :
Jung, C. ; Yee, S. ; Kuhn, K.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. Eng., Washington Univ., Seattle, WA, USA
fDate :
10/1/1994 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A modulator with micron dimensions, capable of optical modulation and switching in an integrated waveguide, is proposed. The proposed modulator uses surface plasmon resonance and an electro-optic polymer to modulate light which is guided in an integrated waveguide. Theoretical analysis of the modulator is presented for wavelengths of light in the visible and near infrared. Design criteria and dimensions of the modulator are discussed
Keywords :
electro-optical devices; integrated optics; optical design techniques; optical modulation; optical polymers; optical switches; optical waveguides; plasmons; surface plasmons; design criteria; electro-optic polymer; integrated optics waveguide modulator; integrated waveguide; micron dimensions; modulate light; near infrared; optical modulation; optical switching; surface plasmon resonance; visible; Electrooptic modulators; Integrated optics; Optical modulation; Optical surface waves; Optical waveguide theory; Optical waveguides; Plasmons; Polymers; Resonance; Surface waves;
Journal_Title :
Lightwave Technology, Journal of
