Enhanced Nonlinear Optical Devices Using Artificial Slow-Light Structures
Abstract
"Slow light" refers to the dramatic reduction in group velocity that can be obtained via a number of physical mechanisms. This project is focused on the fundamental principles of slow light in optical nanostructures and devices. Of particular importance is the use of slow light to enhance nonlinear optical processes, and the fundamental limitations thereof. The fundamental component of all slow light embodiments is a resonator, be it a micro-ring resonator, photonic crystal defect, or plasmonic resonant cavity. In addition to a new analysis methodology, we have developed a new type of coupled-resonator slow-light waveguide that exhibits record delay bandwidth product per dB loss.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 19, 2010
- Accession Number
- ADA534262
Entities
People
- Steve Blair
Organizations
- University of Utah