Coupled Mach–Zehnder interferometer memory element

M.T. Hill, H.J.S. Dorren, X.J.M. Leijtens, J.H. den Besten, T. de Vries, J.H.C. van Zantvoort, E. Smalbrugge, Y.S. Oei, J.J.M. Binsma, G.D. Khoe,

Optics Letters · 2005 · 26 citations · 12 references

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Abstract

Two active Mach-Zehnder interferometers are integrated in a monolithic InP/InGaAsP photonic integrated circuit. Together they form a crucial component for optical signal processing: an optical memory element or set-reset flip-flop. The switching time for this initial device is approximately 200 ps. The photonic integrated circuit contains active and passive optical components, including electro-optic phase shifters.

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