Large-aperture micro-electro-mechanical-system (MEMS) modulator paves way for high-speed, energy-efficient optical communications

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1082807

"optically efficient/ scalable/ tunable sinusoidal grating modulator... integrating with broadside-constrained continuous ribbons achieves 30 × 30 mm aperture, supports high-speed (response time approaches 1.1 µs) modulation up to 250 kHz, 90% optical efficiency, >95%° dynamic modulation contrast, energy-efficient... critically damped response with no residual oscillations... micromirror elimination reduces complexity/ cost... polarization independence adds versatility... aerospace, telecommunications, remote sensors, LiDAR"

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