Optical Semiconductor Module Wiring for Wideband Signal Transmission

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing optical semiconductor modules face challenges in achieving wideband frequency characteristics due to parasitic capacitance and transmission loss, especially when integrated with inductors and high-frequency wiring.

Innovation Solution

The optical semiconductor module incorporates a block made of low-permittivity material, an inductor connected via a wire with higher inductance, and a semiconductor laser device connected via a wire with lower inductance, all housed within a module that reduces parasitic capacitance and enhances frequency characteristics.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If an inductor is mounted on the module to improve frequency characteristics, then the influence on high-frequency signals is reduced, but parasitic capacitance and transmission loss increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefrequency characteristicsVSAvoidtransmission loss
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by using a low-permittivity material specifically for the block mounting the inductor, while other parts of the module use different materials optimized for their specific functions. This localized material selection reduces parasitic capacitance in the inductor region without compromising the overall module performance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the permittivity parameter of the material used for the inductor block to a low value, which directly reduces parasitic capacitance. This parameter change allows the inductor to function effectively at high frequencies while minimizing energy loss through reduced capacitive coupling.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Reliability

If wires with higher inductance are used to connect the inductor, then frequency characteristics are improved, but the wire length and parasitic capacitance increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefrequency characteristicsVSAvoidwire configuration
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by assigning different inductance characteristics to different wire connections based on their specific functional requirements. The wire connecting the inductor has higher inductance optimized for frequency characteristics, while the wire connecting the semiconductor laser device has lower inductance for minimal signal interference.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This configuration effectively suppresses the influence of the inductor on high-frequency signals, achieving wideband frequency characteristics and reducing transmission loss, thereby enhancing the module's performance.

Implementation Method 1

a block (9) made of a low-permittivity material... effectively suppresses the influence of the inductor on high-frequency signals, achieving wideband frequency characteristics and reducing transmission loss

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectParasitic capacitance reduction: Capacitance

Data Source

PatentUS12327979B2Optical semiconductor module
Publication Date: 2025.06.10 SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES LTD
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AI summary

An optical semiconductor module according to the embodiment includes: a board including a transmission line; a block including a low-permittivity material; an inductor mounted on the block, the inductor being connected with the transmission line via a first wire, the first wire having a first inductance; a semiconductor laser device mounted on the board, the semiconductor laser device being connected with the transmission line via a second wire, the second wire having a second inductance smaller than the first inductance; anda housing configured to accommodate the board, the block, the inductor, and the semiconductor laser device.