OPTICAL COUPLER

摘要

Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed toward techniques and configurations for an optical coupler. In some embodiments, the device may include an optical waveguide to transmit light input from a light source. The optical waveguide may include a semiconductor layer, having a trench with one facet that comprises an edge formed under an approximately 45 degree angle and another facet formed substantially normal to the semiconductor layer. The edge may interface with another medium to form a mirror to receive inputted light and reflect received light substantially perpendicularly to propagate the received light. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.

主权项

1. An optical apparatus comprising:
an optical waveguide to transmit light input from a light source, wherein the optical waveguide includes a semiconductor layer, having a trench with one facet that comprises an edge formed under an approximately 45 degree angle and another facet formed substantially normal to the semiconductor layer, wherein the edge interfaces with another medium to form a mirror to receive inputted light and reflect received light substantially perpendicularly to propagate the received light.