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    |August 25, 2016
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    We developed highly linear Mach-Zehnder interferometer modulators using heterogeneous integration on silicon. These devices achieved a record dynamic range, rivaling commercial Lithium Niobate modulators.

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    Area of Science:

    • Photonics
    • Integrated Optics
    • Materials Science

    Background:

    • Mach-Zehnder interferometer modulators are crucial for optical communications.
    • Silicon photonics offers advantages in integration and cost.
    • Achieving high linearity and dynamic range in silicon modulators remains a challenge.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To demonstrate highly linear Mach-Zehnder interferometer modulators on a silicon substrate.
    • To achieve a record high dynamic range for silicon-based modulators.

    Main Methods:

    • Heterogeneous integration of III-V/Si phase modulation sections on a silicon substrate.
    • Utilizing single-drive push-pull operation for modulation.

    Main Results:

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  • Demonstrated highly linear Mach-Zehnder interferometer modulators (HS-MZM).
  • Achieved a record spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) of 112 dB·Hz2/3 at 10 GHz for silicon devices.
  • Performance comparable to commercial Lithium Niobate Mach-Zehnder interferometer modulators.

    • Conclusions:

    • Heterogeneous integration enables high-performance silicon photonic modulators.
    • The developed HS-MZM technology offers a competitive alternative to Lithium Niobate for high-dynamic-range applications.
    • This work advances the development of advanced silicon photonic devices for optical systems.