elektrooptisetenabled
Elektrooptisetenabled is a coined term used in photonics to describe systems and components that enable the control of light through electro-optical effects. The concept encompasses devices that convert electrical signals into optical changes, typically by modulating amplitude, phase, or polarization of light in real time.
The core mechanism relies on the electro-optic effect, where the refractive index of a material changes in
Common materials include lithium niobate, lithium tantalate, potassium titanyl phosphate; also polymer-based electro-optic materials and silicon-organic
Device types include electro-optic modulators, phase modulators, amplitude modulators, tunable optical filters, and switchable waveguides. In
Challenges include high drive voltages, integration with CMOS, temperature sensitivity, and material losses. Recent developments focus
The term is sometimes used in vendor literature and research to indicate readiness of a component or