Modeling and optimization of low chirp LiNbO(3) Mach-Zehnder modulators with an inverted ferroelectric domain section

Modeling and optimization of low chirp LiNbO(3) Mach-Zehnder modulators with an inverted ferroelectric domain section

Domain inversion under coplanar waveguide electrodes is proposed to improve the frequency-chirping behavior of Z-cut LiNbO(3) Mach-Zehnder modulators. This is achieved by introducing a phase reversal electrode section in tandem with inverted ferroelectric domains. The method opens the way to broad-b...

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Published in:Journal of lightwave technology Vol. 22; no. 5; pp. 1338 - 1343
Main Authors: Courjal, N, Porte, H, Hauden, J, Mollier, P, Grossard, N
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: 01-05-2004
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Summary:Domain inversion under coplanar waveguide electrodes is proposed to improve the frequency-chirping behavior of Z-cut LiNbO(3) Mach-Zehnder modulators. This is achieved by introducing a phase reversal electrode section in tandem with inverted ferroelectric domains. The method opens the way to broad-band single-drive modulators with predetermined chirp parameter. The experimental results obtained at 10 Gb/s confirm the possibility of lowering the chirp parameter of a Z-cut modulator, while keeping a halfwave voltage lower than 5 V.
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ISSN:0733-8724
DOI:10.1109/JLT.2004.826385