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Optimization of photonic crystal \(60^{\circ}\) waveguide bends for broadband and slow-light transmission

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We present results on broadband transmission through photonic crystal waveguide bends optimized for slow-light modes. Theoretical analysis and topology optimization are complemented by experimental verification of designs fabricated in SOI material.

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  1. COM·DTU, Department of Communications, Optics and Materials, Nano·DTU, Technical University of Denmark, 2800, Kgs Lyngby, Denmark

    A.V. Lavrinenko, A. Têtu, L.H. Frandsen, J. Fage-Pedersen & P.I. Borel

  2. iNano Center, Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Århus, Ny Munkegade, 8000, Århus C, Denmark

    A. Têtu

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Lavrinenko, A., Têtu, A., Frandsen, L. et al. Optimization of photonic crystal \(60^{\circ}\) waveguide bends for broadband and slow-light transmission. Appl. Phys. B 87, 53–56 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00340-006-2507-4

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