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Area of Science:

  • Photonics
  • Materials Science
  • Optical Communication

Background:

  • All-optical devices are crucial for advanced optical communication systems.
  • Graphene's unique optical properties make it a promising material for photonic applications.
  • Thermo-optic switches are key components in optical signal processing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and analyze a novel graphene-assisted polymer optically controlled thermo-optic switch.
  • To leverage graphene's properties to minimize absorption loss in the switch.
  • To evaluate the performance metrics of the proposed switch, including power consumption, propagation loss, and switching time.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing the Ex01 mode for reduced graphene absorption loss.
  • Employing graphene to absorb 980 nm pump light and generate heat via ohmic heating.
  • Simulating the thermo-optic switching of 1550 nm signal light using graphene-induced heat.
  • Investigating the effect of a silicon substrate on switching performance.

Main Results:

  • Achieved a power consumption of 9.5 mW and propagation loss of 0.01 dB/cm with optimal graphene placement.
  • Demonstrated switching times of 127 μs (rise) and 125 μs (fall).
  • Improved switching times to 106 μs (rise) and 102 μs (fall) when using a silicon substrate.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed graphene-polymer thermo-optic switch exhibits lower power consumption and propagation loss compared to all-fiber switches.
  • The device is suitable for optically controlled applications requiring low loss and full polarization.
  • The low cost and integration ease of polymer materials position this device for significant roles in all-optical signal processing and silicon-based hybrid photonic devices.