Evaluation of the Current Biased Integrated Optical Processors Based on Bistable Dode Elements.
Abstract
Three optical switching elements have been designed, fabricated and tested for use in an integrated, optical signal processor. The first, and optical NOR logic gate, uses gain quenching as a means of allowing one (or more) light beam (s) to control the output light. This technique, along with the use of a two-pad bistable output laser, is used in the demonstration of the feasibility of the second device, an all optical RS flip-flop. The third device consists of a broad area orthogonal mode switch laser, whose corollary outputs correspond to the sign of the voltage difference between its tow high impedance electrical inputs. This device also has possible memory applications if bistable mode switching within the broad area laser can be achieved.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA285532
Entities
People
- C. L. Tang
- M. A. Parker
- P. D. Swanson
- S. I. Libby
Organizations
- Cornell University