Full-vector waveguide modeling using an iterative finite-difference method with transparent boundary conditions

We describe a finite difference solution technique for the full-vector waveguide equation based upon the alternating-direction-implicit (ADI) iterative method. Our technique accurately treats dielectric boundaries (including corners), requires minimal computer resources, and executes faster (by factors of 3-10) than other iterative approaches. In addition, we employ a transparent boundary condition that effectively removes the sensitivity of the calculated results to the size of the computational domain. This feature greatly facilitates the examination of modes near cutoff. >

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