Tiny holes in silicon modulator create 'slow light' for more efficient data signal conversion

Researchers built a compact slow-light silicon modulator with an integrated electro-optic equalizer. The device operates at up to 200 gigabits per second with lower energy use than conventional designs. Engineers can fabricate these smaller devices using standard CMOS manufacturing processes.

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