Overview

In the SOFI project, new active optical waveguides and integrated optoelectronic circuits based on a novel silicon-organic hybrid technology are introduced. The technology is based on the low-cost CMOS process technology for fabrication of the optical waveguides - allowing for the convergence of electronics with optics. It is complemented by an organic layer that brings in new functionalities so far not available in silicon. SOFI focuses on a proof-of concept implementation of ultra-fast ultra-low energy optical phase modulator waveguides such as needed in optical communications. More importantly, the new technology provides the lowest power consumption so far demonstrated for devices in its class.

Duration: Jan. 01, 2010 - Dec. 31, 2012
Grant: Grant Agreement Number 248609