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This study introduces a novel 3D doping design for silicon modulators, enhancing modulation efficiency and bandwidth. The advanced design improves performance for high-speed data communication applications.

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  • * Photonics and Semiconductor Device Engineering
  • * Integrated Optics and Silicon Photonics

Background:

  • * Waveguide doping in silicon modulators is constrained by device footprint.
  • * Optimizing doping profiles is crucial for enhancing modulator performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • * To propose and analyze an X-intersected silicon modulator utilizing three-dimensional (3D) doping.
  • * To improve modulation efficiency and 3 dB bandwidth while minimizing optical loss.

Main Methods:

  • * Implementation of an effective 3D Monte Carlo method for junction generation.
  • * Design and simulation of an X-intersected modulator with inversely slanted junctions.

Main Results:

  • * Achieved modulation efficiency of 1.09 V·cm.
  • * Measured optical loss of 18 dB/cm.
  • * Demonstrated 3 dB bandwidth exceeding 35 GHz.

Conclusions:

  • * 3D doping design significantly enhances silicon modulator performance by reducing resistance and capacitance.
  • * The proposed design offers a balanced trade-off between DC and AC characteristics.
  • * This work presents a novel solution for high-speed datacom silicon modulators.