The Components of an Optical RS Flip-Flop for an Integrated Optical Processor
Abstract
This report discusses the design, fabrication and test of an optical RS Flip-Flop as an integrated optical memory element. The Flip-Flop has three GaAs-AlGaAs heterostructure lasers with total internal reflection mirrors. A main laser incorporates a saturable absorber to develop the bistable output characteristics. A pump laser bleaches the absorber to set the logic 1 state. A third laser quenches the main laser to reset the device to logic 0. Experiments and data for the laser quenching and bistability are presented.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA256879
Entities
People
- Michael A. Parker
- Paul D. Swanson
- Stuart I. Libby
Organizations
- Rome Laboratory