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Multimode interference devices with input-output ports on the sides.

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  • 1Army Research Laboratory, Microphotonics Branch, Adelphi, Maryland 20783, USA. dmackie@arl.army.mil

Applied Optics
|June 30, 2006
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This study introduces side-ported multimode interference (MMI) devices, a novel approach to integrated optics. This new design offers significant benefits and enables the creation of innovative MMI devices.

Area of Science:

  • Integrated optics
  • Photonics
  • Waveguide devices

Background:

  • Multimode interference (MMI) devices are essential components in integrated optics.
  • They are commonly used for power splitting and wavelength or polarization management.
  • Traditional MMI devices feature input-output guides connected exclusively to the ends of the MMI region (end-porting).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a novel configuration for multimode interference (MMI) devices.
  • To explore the advantages of side-porting in MMI devices.
  • To present new device possibilities enabled by this innovative port arrangement.

Main Methods:

  • The study describes a new arrangement for input-output ports on MMI devices.
  • This involves placing ports partially or entirely on the sides of the MMI region, termed 'side-porting'.

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  • The paper details the design principles and potential applications of this side-porting technique.

    • Main Results:

    • Side-porting MMI devices achieve a variety of benefits compared to traditional end-ported designs.
    • This novel arrangement allows for the creation of new types of MMI devices.
    • The specific advantages and resulting device functionalities are discussed.

    Conclusions:

    • The introduction of side-porting represents a significant advancement in MMI device design.
    • This technique enhances the functionality and versatility of integrated optical devices.
    • Side-ported MMI devices open avenues for novel photonic applications.