Abstract

Optical interconnections have been expected to offer several advantages over conventional electronic interconnections. One of the most attractive advantages is the multi-channel capability. To fully utilize the advantage. parallel configuration is desirable, where two-dimensional array devices play an important role. If the device has some functions such as switching and memory. it will make the interconnections more attractive and flexible. VSTEP (Vertical to Surface Transmission ElectroPhotonic device) has been studied to realize such an optical functional devices[1]. In this paper, recent advances in VSTEP will be reviewed.

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