# Topological edge state cavities: simultaneous enhancement of quality factor and free spectral range

**Authors:** Shaoqi Ding, Zhihao Wang, Cuicui Lu

PMC · DOI: 10.1038/s41377-025-02104-5 · Light, Science & Applications · 2026-01-02

## TL;DR

This paper introduces a new type of cavity that improves both performance and efficiency in photonic devices.

## Contribution

The paper presents a novel topological edge state cavity that simultaneously enhances quality factor and free spectral range.

## Key findings

- A topological edge state cavity was realized for enhanced performance.
- The cavity improves both quality factor and free spectral range simultaneously.
- This advancement supports robust high-performance photonic integrated devices.

## Abstract

A novel topological edge state cavity has been realized to enhance the quality factor and free-spectral range, simultaneously, which opens avenues for developing robust high-performance photonic integrated devices.

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** TESC (MESH:D003731)
- **Chemicals:** silicon nitride (MESH:C032734), silicon (MESH:D012825)

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