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Area of Science:

Photonics
Optical Engineering
Waveguide Design

Background:

Optical waveguides are crucial for integrated photonic circuits.
Efficient light propagation in compact waveguide bends is a persistent challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose and analyze a novel sharp bend design for two-dimensional optical waveguides.
To demonstrate efficient light propagation and coupling in the proposed waveguide bend.

Main Methods:

Design of a waveguide bend with super-ellipse boundaries.
Implementation of a gradient refractive index profile in the waveguide core.
Numerical simulations to analyze light propagation for TE0 and TM0 modes.

Main Results:

The proposed waveguide bend exhibits efficient light propagation.
Efficient light coupling is achieved between the bend and a straight waveguide.
The design is effective for both TE0 and TM0 polarization modes.

Conclusions:

The super-ellipse waveguide bend with a gradient refractive index offers an efficient solution for compact photonic components.
This design strategy can be extended to other integrated optical devices.
The findings contribute to the advancement of miniaturized optical systems.