Multichannel optical link based on polymer multimode waveguides for board-level interchip communication

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Abstract

This paper discusses technology development for integration of parallel optical interconnect on board-level. The interchip link is based on planar polymeric optical multimode waveguides and wafer-level out-of-plane coupling optics. Realized on-board waveguides feature low insertion loss with minimum attenuation coefficient of 0.024 dB/cm. Integration of polymeric waveguides on flexible substrate is shown since the realization of an overlay optical substrate enhances the yield and testability of the final hybrid electro-optical printed circuit board (EOPCB). The development of wafer-level coupling optics is described. This optics is based on a glass interposer with integrated waveguides (planar lightwave circuit PLC) and integrated micro-mirrors for light redirection. Passive alignment processes are incorporated for the assembly of optical and optoelectronic components, which enable precise and cost-effective fabrication.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication20th European Microelectronics and Packaging Conference and Exhibition
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
ISBN (electronic)978-0-9568-0862-2
Publication statusPublished - 25 Jan 2016
Peer-reviewedYes

Conference

Title20th European Microelectronics and Packaging Conference & Exhibition
Abbreviated titleEMPC 2015
Conference number20
Duration14 - 16 September 2015
LocationGraf-Zeppelin-Haus
CityFriedrichshafen
CountryGermany

External IDs

ORCID /0000-0002-0757-3325/work/208794695

Keywords

Keywords

  • board-level optical interconnects, optical characterization, optical planar waveguides, out-of-plane coupling optics, parallel optical interconnects