Optoelectronic Logic Arrays Using the Light Amplifying Optical Switch (LAOS)

Abstract

The massive parallelism and interconnectivity possible with optoelectronic systems requires the development of fast optoelectronic array processors. The arrays must be fast, with frame rates greater than 20 MHz, in order to effectively compete with electronics. The arrays must also have a large number of pixels (> 104) and perform a logic or memory function. We have designed, fabricated and are in the process of testing an array that can meet these system requirements. This paper discusses our array design and presents some preliminary data.