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In this paper, we employed multilayer ring resonators in a silicon rod base structure to realize 6-channel and 8-channel demultiplexers based on two-dimensional photonic crystals. Both the main rings and basic structures are composed of silicon rods, and the interior rings of the multilayer rings are composed of carbon. Employing silicon and carbon rods of different radii in multilayer ring resonators enhanced the coupling efficiency between the rings and waveguides. The average quality factor and power transmission efficiency were 4320 and 93%, respectively. Crosstalk values from \(-11\) to −46 dB in conjunction with the mentioned characteristics suggest the use of the device for optical communication applications. The compact size of the proposed structure and the materials used make the proposed demultiplexer suitable for optical integrated circuits.
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Talebzadeh, R., Soroosh, M., Kavian, Y.S. et al. All-optical 6- and 8-channel demultiplexers based on photonic crystal multilayer ring resonators in Si/C rods. Photon Netw Commun 34, 248–257 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11107-017-0688-x
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