Scientists have developed a new laser amplifier that can transmit data 10 times faster than existing technology. This could revolutionize internet speed as well as medicine, microscopy, and scientific research. The new technology uses high-bandwidth and miniature chip design.
New Delhi: Scientists have developed a high-efficiency optical laser amplifier that can transmit data 10 times faster than existing systems. It uses silicon nitride and spiral-shaped waveguides, which reduce signal noise and increase the bandwidth to 300 nanometers. This technology could prove revolutionary not only for the internet but also for medical imaging, microscopy, and scientific research.
What is a Laser Amplifier?
Laser amplifiers increase the intensity of light rays. They are used in telecom networks to send internet signals through optical fibers. The data transmission capacity depends on the bandwidth of the amplifier. That is, it determines how many different wavelengths of data can be sent.
In today's world, with the increasing use of streaming platforms, smart devices, and generative AI, data traffic is also increasing rapidly. According to a Nokia Bell Labs report, the world's data traffic is expected to double by 2030. In such a situation, increasing bandwidth and transmitting data faster has become extremely important.
New Technology: High-Efficiency Optical Amplifier
Researchers have now developed a new high-efficiency optical amplifier. Its bandwidth is 300 nanometers, while the bandwidth of currently used systems is limited to only 30 nanometers. This means that this new amplifier can send 10 times more data per second.
This amplifier is made of silicon nitride, which can withstand high temperatures. It uses spiral-shaped waveguides, which efficiently direct laser pulses and reduce signal interference. The design of this technology is compatible with miniaturization, meaning that multiple amplifiers can be placed on a small chip.
Four-wave mixing technology combines different optical frequencies to strengthen the output and reduce noise.
Not Just the Internet, But Also Use in Many Fields
This new discovery is not limited to increasing internet speed. It has many other uses.
- Medical Imaging and Diagnosis: Faster and more accurate medical scans will be possible.
- Holography and Microscopy: High-quality images.
- Spectroscopy and Scientific Analysis: Help in research and experiments.
Researchers say that with slight modifications, this technology can be used in the visible light (400–700 nm) and extended infrared (2000–4000 nm) ranges. This could help in detecting diseases quickly and accurately.
New Technology Will Make the Internet 10 Times Faster
With this technology, the speed of the internet in the future will be 10 times higher than the current system. The possibility of being available in small sizes and cheap prices can make it accessible to the general public. Apart from the internet, its use in medicine, space research, science, and technical experiments can prove revolutionary.
Experts believe that the advent of this technology will solve the increasing challenges of data traffic. Also, high-efficiency optical amplifiers can make smart cities, 5G, and AI-based network systems even faster and more reliable in the future.
