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Silicon photonic dynamic optical channel leveler with external feedback loop.

J K Doylend¹, P E Jessop, A P Knights

¹Department of Engineering Physics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. doylenjk@mcmaster.ca

|July 1, 2010

Summary

We developed a silicon photonic device that automatically levels optical channels. This dynamic optical channel leveler offers precise control within a 7-10 dB range, minimizing signal loss.

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Area of Science:

Photonics
Optical Engineering
Integrated Optics

Background:

Optical communication systems require stable signal power across all channels.
Dynamic range and power consumption are critical parameters for optical leveling devices.

Purpose of the Study:

To demonstrate a novel silicon photonic device for dynamic optical channel leveling.
To achieve precise and efficient control of optical signal power.

Main Methods:

Monolithic integration of a variable optical attenuator (VOA) with a defect-mediated photodiode on a silicon photonic waveguide.
Implementation of an external feedback loop for photodiode-controlled VOA operation.
Testing across a 1530 nm to 1570 nm wavelength range with a 7-10 dB dynamic range.

Main Results:

Achieved blind channel leveling within +/-1 dB accuracy.
Demonstrated dynamic leveling without optical power tapping, minimizing loss penalty.
Device operates with approximately 50 mW electrical power consumption per channel.

Conclusions:

The integrated silicon photonic device offers an efficient solution for dynamic optical channel leveling.
The design minimizes power consumption and insertion loss, suitable for optical communication systems.
This technology enables robust performance in optical networks requiring precise signal power management.