Title :
Shaping the digital optical switch using evolution strategies and BPM
Author :
Moosburger, R. ; Kostrzewa, C. ; Fischbeck, G. ; Petermann, K.
Author_Institution :
Fachgebiet Hochfrequenztech., Tech. Univ. Berlin, Germany
Abstract :
An evolution strategy is utilized to optimize the shape of an adiabatic Y-switch. Compared to a linear structure, the digital extinction ratio is increased from 21 to 43 dB.
Keywords :
electro-optical modulation; electro-optical switches; integrated optics; optical design techniques; BPM; adiabatic Y-switch; beam propagation method; digital extinction ratio; digital optical switch shaping; evolution strategies; integrated optical devices; Crystals; Design optimization; Extinction ratio; Genetic mutations; Integrated optics; Optical polymers; Optical switches; Optical waveguides; Semiconductor waveguides; Shape;
Journal_Title :
Photonics Technology Letters, IEEE
