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Rigorous modal solutions of tapered spot-size converters with diluted secondary core

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Abstract

Rigorous modal solutions of a tapered spot-size converter, which is strongly coupled to a secondary passive mode stabilizing guide, and both operating close to their modal cutoff are presented. A novel approach for the mode stabilizing passive diluted-core structure, incorporating several thin layers, is also presented.

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  1. Bangkok University, Thailand

    T. Wongcharoen

  2. Department of Electrical, Electronic and Information Engineering, School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, City University London, Northampton Square, London, EC1V 0HB, UK

    B. M. A. Rahman, S. S. A. Obayya & K. T. V. Grattan

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Wongcharoen, T., Rahman, B.M.A., Obayya, S.S.A. et al. Rigorous modal solutions of tapered spot-size converters with diluted secondary core. Optical and Quantum Electronics 35, 773–781 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1024139304282

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