INTERFACING COMPONENTS FOR PHOTONIC INTEGRATED CIRCUITS

Abstract

This thesis reports the results of parametric variations of various components of photonic integrated circuit consisting of an Optical Fibre, Linear Diffraction Grating, Straight Taper and Single Mode Waveguide. The structure for the Linear Grating was designed and simulated at different grating periods and grating depth. The Straight Taper Waveguide was designed and simulated for different taper lengths and smooth and sectional taper designs. The combination of Optical Fibre and Linear Grating was simulated at parametric variation of gap between the two. Moreover, various combinations of all these components were designed and simulated. Finally, the entire setup of all the components was designed and simulated