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Low-power, parallel photonic interconnections for multi-chip module applications

  • R. F. Carson
  • , M. L. Lovejoy
  • , K. L. Lear
  • , M. E. Warren
  • , O. Blum
  • , S. P. Kilcoyne
  • , T. Du
  • , P. K. Seigal
  • , D. C. Craft
  • , B. H. Rose

Research output: Contribution to journalConference articlepeer-review

Abstract

New applications of photonic interconnects will involve the insertion of parallel-channel links into Multi-Chip Modules (MCMs). Such applications will drive photonic link components into more compact forms that consume far less power than traditional telecommunication data links. MCM-based applications will also require simplified drive circuitry, lower cost, and higher reliability than has been demonstrated currently in photonic and optoelectronic technologies. The work described is a parallel link array, designed for vertical (Z-Axis) interconnection of the layers in a MCM-based signal processor stack, operating at a data rate of 100 Mb/s. This interconnect is based upon high-efficiency VCSELs, HBT photoreceivers, integrated micro-optics, and MCM-compatible packaging techniques.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)380-386
Number of pages7
JournalProceedings - Electronic Components and Technology Conference
StatePublished - 1995
Externally publishedYes
EventProceedings of the 1995 45th Electronic Components & Technology Conference - Las Vegas, NV, USA
Duration: May 21 1995May 24 1995

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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