W-band laser-controlled photonic crystal variable attenuator

W. J. Otter, S. M. Hanham, N. Klein, S. Lucyszyn, A. S. Holmes

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Abstract

A photonic crystal W1 defect waveguide attenuator is demonstrated. Variable attenuation at W-band is achieved by illuminating the W1 defect waveguide with lasers with controllable output power levels. Measurements show that a minimum attenuation level of 45 dB is demonstrated across the whole 92-102 GHz band of operation of the W1 defect waveguide and >60 dB in a narrowband region of the operation.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2014 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, IMS 2014
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
ISBN (Print)9781479938698
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2014
Event2014 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, IMS 2014 - Tampa, FL, United States
Duration: 1 Jun 20146 Jun 2014

Publication series

NameIEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest
ISSN (Print)0149-645X

Conference

Conference2014 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, IMS 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityTampa, FL
Period1/06/146/06/14

Keywords

  • Attenuator
  • Laser
  • Photoconductivity
  • Photonic Crystal
  • W-Band

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Radiation
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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