World’s fastest modulator hits record 1.4 terahertz, shattering data speed limits
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Swiss scientists have developed a plasmonic modulator capable of transmitting data at over 1.4 terahertz, far exceeding previous speed limits. This device converts electrical signals to optical ones at speeds surpassing 1 trillion oscillations per second, a significant improvement over earlier modulators limited to 100-200 gigahertz. This breakthrough advances high-speed data transfer and 6G technology.
The modulator operates across a wide frequency range, potentially improving data transmission for computing centers, medical imaging, and measurement technologies. Researchers are now working to bring this terahertz modulator to market for future applications.
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