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This study analyzes optical power dividers in z-cut lithium niobate (LiNbO3) substrates. It identifies conditions for equal power division in multibranch waveguide designs using effective index and field matching methods.

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Area of Science:

  • Photonics and Waveguide Technology
  • Materials Science (Lithium Niobate)

Background:

  • Passive planar multibranch waveguide optical power dividers are crucial components in photonic integrated circuits.
  • Accurate design analysis is essential for achieving efficient and balanced power distribution.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To perform design analysis on passive planar multibranch waveguide optical power dividers.
  • To investigate 5- and 3-branch structures in a z-cut LiNbO3 substrate.
  • To determine conditions for equal power division.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized effective index and field matching methods for waveguide analysis.
  • Considered phase changes at the branching interface.
  • Examined branching angle and relative index distribution for power division.

Main Results:

  • Identified key parameters influencing equal power division.
  • Presented numerical examples for 5- and 3-branch configurations.
  • Provided insights into optimizing waveguide design for power splitting.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides a framework for designing efficient optical power dividers.
  • Optimal branching angles and index profiles are critical for balanced power division.
  • The findings contribute to the advancement of integrated photonic devices.