2D Bragg resonators based on planar dielectric waveguides (from theory to model-based testing)

Using analytical approaches and CST Microwave Studio 3D simulations, we have undertaken a theoretical analysis of electrodynamical characteristics of 2D Bragg structures based on planar oversized dielectric waveguides with double-periodical corrugation. Such structures are of significant interest for obtaining directed narrow-band radiation in heterolasers with large dimensions of an active area. Modeling electrodynamical experiments on 'cold' testing of such structures in millimeter wavelength band were conducted. Fine agreement between the experimental results and the simulation results was demonstrated which includes the presence of the highest-quality mode inside the Bragg reflection band in absence of the periodicity defects.