Abstract
We propose an optical memory cell based on ultrafast wavelength switching in coupled-cavity microlasers, featuring bistability between modes separated by several nanometers. A numerical implementation is demonstrated by simulating a two-dimensional photonic crystal microlaser. Switching times of less than , switching energy around , and on–off contrast of more than are achieved. Theoretical guidelines for optimizing the performance of the memory cell in terms of switching time and energy are drawn.
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