Guided-wave electro-optic modulator in Ti:LiNbO3 at λ=2.6 μm
Abstract
Guided-wave interferometric modulators at λ=2.6 μm, in Ti:LiNbO3, have been demonstrated. The design, fabrication, and performance of these modulators are presented. Extinction ratios as high as ∼30 dB with Vπ∼14 V for the extraordinary mode have been observed. No out-diffused modes were detected, likely as a result of the required diffusion conditions of high temperature and a long time.The devices are for use with state-of-the-art fluoride-glass fibers, whose transmission loss spectra currently reveal a minimum value near 2.55–2.6 μm.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Apr 15, 1986
- Source ID
- 10.1063/1.336918
Entities
People
- C. H. Bulmer
- K. H. Levin
- O. Eknoyan
- R. P. Moeller
- W. K. Burns
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory