Shaping the digital optical switch using evolution strategies and BPM

An evolution strategy is utilized to optimize the shape of an adiabatic Y-switch. Compared to a linear structure, the digital extinction ratio is increased from 21 to 43 dB.

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Published in:IEEE photonics technology letters 1997-11, Vol.9 (11), p.1484-1486
Main Authors: Moosburger, R., Kostrzewa, C., Fischbeck, G., Petermann, K.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Crystals
Design optimization
Extinction ratio
Genetic mutations
Integrated optics
Optical polymers
Optical switches
Optical waveguides
Semiconductor waveguides
Shape
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Summary:An evolution strategy is utilized to optimize the shape of an adiabatic Y-switch. Compared to a linear structure, the digital extinction ratio is increased from 21 to 43 dB.
ISSN:1041-1135
1941-0174
DOI:10.1109/68.634716