Multiple-wavelength operation of electroabsorption intensity modulator array fabricated using the one-step quantum well intermixing process

Abstract

Multiple-wavelength selective channel electroabsorption intensity modulators have been fabricated on a single InGaAs/InGaAsP chip using a one-step quantum well intermixing process. This technique was demonstrated for tailoring the intensity modulator operating wavelength by incorporating low-energy (360 keV) phosphorus ions implantation induced disordering process with gray-mask lithography technology. A modulation depth of -15 dB has been measured from these devices with a voltage swing of -4.5 V. © 2002 American Institute of Physics.