Vertical Plasmonic Electro-Absorption Modulator Based on Transparent Conductive Oxides

Key Points

• The device achieved a data rate of 64 Gbit/s, showcasing its strong performance.
• With a bandwidth of 26 GHz, the modulator demonstrates significant data transmission capabilities.
• This presents a first proof-of-concept for a vertical plasmonic electro-absorption modulator using transparent conductive oxides.
• Implications suggest that efficient modulator designs can lead to advances in photonic technologies.