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Reduced component count optical delay discriminator using a semiconductor optical amplifier-detector.

Arthur Lowery, Malin Premaratne

    Optics Express
    |June 3, 2009
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    This study introduces a novel semiconductor optical amplifier (SOA) pulse delay detector. The new design simplifies previous methods by measuring voltage differences, offering comparable or better performance.

    Area of Science:

    • Optoelectronics
    • Semiconductor devices
    • Optical signal processing

    Background:

    • Cross-gain modulation in semiconductor optical amplifiers (SOAs) is a known phenomenon.
    • Previous pulse delay detection methods relied on photodiodes and optical couplers, adding complexity.
    • There is a need for simplified and efficient pulse delay detection techniques.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a novel pulse delay detector utilizing cross-gain modulation in an SOA.
    • To eliminate the need for external photodiodes and optical couplers.
    • To evaluate the performance of the new design compared to existing methods.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing cross-gain modulation between counter-propagating pulses within an SOA.
    • Measuring the voltage difference between two contacts on the SOA to deduce power differences.

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  • Performing simulations to explore design improvements, such as adding a third contact.

    • Main Results:

    • The proposed SOA-based detector successfully measures pulse delay by detecting voltage differences.
    • The design eliminates the need for photodiodes and optical couplers, simplifying the setup.
    • Simulations indicate potential for further improvement with a third contact.
    • The linearity, sensitivity, and noise performance match or exceed the original design.

    Conclusions:

    • The novel SOA pulse delay detector offers a simplified and effective alternative to photodiode-based systems.
    • The design demonstrates robust performance in terms of linearity, sensitivity, and noise.
    • Further optimization through additional contacts shows promise for enhanced capabilities.