Title :
Compact multi-core fiber fan-in/out using GRIN lens and microlens array
Author :
Arao, Hajime ; Shimakawa, Osamu ; Harumoto, Michiko ; Sano, Tomomi ; Inoue, Akira
Author_Institution :
Opt. Commun. R&D Labs., Sumitomo Electr. Ind., Ltd., Yokohama, Japan
Abstract :
We propose fan-in/out for multi-core fiber using GRIN lens and microlens array. The dimensions are φ8 × 40 mm. The insertion loss and crosstalk less than 1.0 dB and -49 dB were achieved, respectively.
Keywords :
gradient index optics; microlenses; optical arrays; optical crosstalk; optical fibre communication; optical fibre losses; GRIN lens; compact multicore fiber fan-in/out; crosstalk; insertion loss; microlens array; Arrays; Crosstalk; Glass; Insertion loss; Lenses; Optical fiber communication; Optical fibers;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fibre Technology, 2014 OptoElectronics and Communication Conference and Australian Conference on
Conference_Location :
Melbourne, VIC
