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¹Institute of Optical Information, School of Science, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing 100044, China. zhiwang@center.njtu.edu.cn

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This study demonstrates separating optical modes in a triple-core waveguide by exploiting differences in their coupling lengths. This method achieves a high mode extinction ratio, crucial for optical signal processing.

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Area of Science:

Photonics
Optical Engineering
Waveguide Technology

Background:

Triple-core waveguides are essential components in integrated optics.
Efficiently separating optical modes is critical for advanced photonic devices.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the coupling properties of LP(11) mode in a triple-core waveguide.
To investigate the potential for separating LP(01) and LP(11) modes based on distinct coupling characteristics.

Main Methods:

Simulations using the compact supercell method.
Finite Element Method (FEM) for waveguide analysis.
Optimization of coupler length for mode separation.

Main Results:

The coupling property of the LP(11) mode was analyzed for the first time.
LP(01) and LP(11) modes exhibit similar coupling behavior but different coupling lengths.
Optimized coupler length enabled separation of LP(01) and LP(11) modes into different ports.
A mode extinction ratio approaching 30dB was achieved.

Conclusions:

LP(01) and LP(11) modes can be effectively distinguished and separated in triple-core waveguides.
Exploiting differential coupling lengths offers a viable method for mode demultiplexing.
The demonstrated technique has potential applications in optical signal processing and communication.