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    Area of Science:

    • Semiconductor device physics
    • Photonics and optoelectronics
    • Computational materials science

    Background:

    • Three-dimensional (3D) doping structures offer enhanced modulation efficiency and reduced loss compared to 2D profiles.
    • Existing 3D simulation methods for interdigitated doping designs utilize simplified models, limiting the simulation of complex 3D doping profiles.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose and investigate innovative omni junctions utilizing an effective 3D Monte-Carlo method for high-performance modulators.
    • To overcome the limitations of previous simplified models in simulating complex 3D doping designs.

    Main Methods:

    • Development and application of an effective 3D Monte-Carlo method.
    • Design and simulation of novel omni junctions for optical modulators.

    Main Results:

    • The proposed omni junctions achieve a modulation efficiency of 0.88 V·cm.
    • The simulated optical loss is as low as 16 dB/cm.
    • Device capacitance is maintained below 0.42 pF/mm.

    Conclusions:

    • The 3D omni junction design offers superior modulation efficiency and low loss.
    • This innovative modulator design demonstrates excellent serviceability for high-speed data communication (datacom).
    • The effective 3D Monte-Carlo method enables the simulation of complex 3D doping profiles for advanced device design.