Tbps nano-photonic logic device flip-flops at 1.55 µm

Key Points

• The device achieves switching speeds in the terabits per second range, showing high efficiency.
• Key metric indicates performance at a wavelength of 1.55 µm, which is crucial for optical communications.
• Utilization of a nano-photonic approach allows for compactness and integration in circuits.
• These findings highlight the potential of optical devices in enhancing data processing speeds beyond traditional electronics.