Infrared Waveguide Modulators at Microwave Frequencies
Abstract
The long-range objective of this program is to develop an efficient and reliable ultra-wideband waveguide modulator for CO2 lasers that will be useful for high resolution, imaging optical radars and high-data-rate optical communication systems. Efficiency and reliability are obtainable by using integrated optics technology. During the reporting period (April 1975 to September 1975), major objectives are: (1) to develop techniques that will improve the quality and strength of the infrared waveguide structure, (2) to establish the relative advantages of grating and prism couplers, and (3) to establish the micro wave characteristics of microstrip modulator configuration. These developments are essential for the generation of the predictable level of sideband power at 16 GHz.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA015674
Entities
People
- M. Gilden
- P. K. Cheo
- R. M. Wagner
Organizations
- United Technologies Corporation