Department of Computer Science & Engineering

In this paper review, I will explain the fundamentals of a “laser soliton microcomb heterogeneously integrated on silicon”, presented by Xiang et. al of the Bowers Lab at UCSB [1]. I will try to relate concepts taught in class, which will be bolded, while presenting new material at a level that can be understood by someone who only has understanding of basic optics as well as the theory, components, and operation of a traditional Fabry-Perot cavity laser.

In this paper Xiang et. al present the design, the underlying photonics principles used, their fabrication process and considerations, and finally performance measurements and verification of the final device.