Intel corporation (20240345319). MULTI-LAYER SILICON PHOTONICS APPARATUS simplified abstract
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MULTI-LAYER SILICON PHOTONICS APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hari Mahalingam of San Jose CA (US)
Harel Frish of Albuquerque NM (US)
Sean Mccargar of Rio Ranch NM (US)
Joshua Keener of Albuquerque NM (US)
Shane Yerkes of Placitas NM (US)
Ling Liao of Santa Clara CA (US)
MULTI-LAYER SILICON PHOTONICS APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240345319 titled 'MULTI-LAYER SILICON PHOTONICS APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation: The patent application is about low numerical aperture optical couplers, also known as spot size converters, that have lateral taper sections and/or vertical adiabatic taper sections. These couplers can be placed on a silicon substrate near V-grooves to align and couple with optical fibers.
- Optical couplers with lateral and/or vertical taper sections
- Positioned on silicon substrate near V-grooves for alignment with optical fibers
- Self-aligning and coupling capabilities
Potential Applications: 1. Telecommunications 2. Fiber optic networks 3. Data centers 4. Medical imaging devices 5. Optical sensors
Problems Solved: 1. Alignment issues in optical fiber systems 2. Efficient coupling of optical signals 3. Space constraints in optical devices
Benefits: 1. Improved optical signal transmission 2. Enhanced alignment accuracy 3. Compact design for space-saving 4. Increased efficiency in optical systems
Commercial Applications: Optical communication equipment manufacturers can utilize this technology to enhance the performance and reliability of their products, leading to better data transmission speeds and quality in various industries.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to optical couplers, spot size converters, and fiber optic alignment technologies to understand the evolution of this field.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in fiber optic technology, silicon photonics, and optical communication systems to enhance knowledge and stay informed about the latest developments in the industry.
Questions about Optical Couplers: 1. How do optical couplers with taper sections improve signal transmission? 2. What are the key differences between lateral and vertical taper sections in optical couplers?
Original Abstract Submitted
embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to low numerical aperture (na) optical couplers, or spot size converters, that include a lateral taper section and/or a vertical adiabatic taper section. in embodiments, the optical couplers may be positioned on a silicon substrate proximate to v-grooves within the substrate to contain optical fibers to self-align and to couple with the optical couplers. other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
