Optimization of ultrafast all-optical resonator switching
- 1 January 2005
- journal article
- Published by Optica Publishing Group in Optics Express
- Vol. 13 (23) , 9502-9515
- https://doi.org/10.1364/opex.13.009502
Abstract
We present general optimization arguments for resonator-based all-optical switching. Several generic resonator geometries, namely Fabry-Perot resonators, circular gratings as well as micro-ring resonators, are discussed and their particular features highlighted. We establish analytical models which allow a direct comparison of the different all-optical switch geometries. For the parameter range investigated, we find a clear advantage of photonic band-gap resonators (based on Bragg-type reflection) over micro-ring resonators (based on total internal reflection).Keywords
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