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Andrey I Zavalin1, Joseph Shamir, Chandra S Vikram

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Applied Optics
|January 21, 2006
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This study explores polarization in common-path interferometric logic gates, offering a stable, low-energy alternative to conventional systems. These novel optical logic gates demonstrate enhanced robustness and reduced voltage requirements for practical applications.

Area of Science:

  • Quantum optics
  • Optical computing
  • Photonics

Background:

  • Interferometric systems with amplitude beam splitters enable reversible operations, converting to Boolean operators upon detection.
  • Passive interferometric systems offer advantages like zero energy consumption, broad operating bandwidth, and minimal latency.
  • Conventional interferometric systems suffer from significant sensitivity to environmental disturbances.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the use of polarization in common-path interferometric logic gates as a solution to the instability of conventional systems.
  • To explore device configurations utilizing polarization beam splitters for enhanced stability and reduced operational voltage.
  • To report the first experimental validation of such polarization-based common-path interferometric logic gates.

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Main Methods:

  • Implementation of common-path interferometric logic gates utilizing polarization.
  • Comparison of three device configurations, including those with and without polarization beam splitters.
  • Experimental testing of the developed interferometric logic gate systems.

Main Results:

  • Two of the three explored device configurations demonstrated significant improvements in stability compared to previous systems.
  • The investigated configurations showed a reduction in the required drive modulator voltage.
  • Successful experimental demonstration of the polarization-based common-path interferometric logic gate.

Conclusions:

  • Polarization-based common-path interferometry presents a robust and stable alternative for optical logic gates.
  • The developed systems offer practical advantages, including enhanced stability and lower operating voltage.
  • Compatibility with solid optics further enhances the robustness of common-path interferometry for future optical computing applications.