Title :
Applications of integrated optic switches in WDM networks
Author_Institution :
Lucent Technols., Bell Labs., Breinigsville, PA, USA
Abstract :
Summary form only given. Guided wave switch arrays are currently being utilized in WDM network experiments. The combination of switching and WDM technologies in optical networks allow new system capabilities such as rapid restoration and wavelength provisioning. In this paper, we will review the attributes of LiNbO/sub 3/ polarization independent electro optical switches and describe recent devices that have been developed for use in experimental switching networks.
Keywords :
arrays; electro-optical switches; integrated optics; light polarisation; lithium compounds; optical fibre networks; optical waveguides; switching networks; wavelength division multiplexing; LiNbO/sub 3/ polarization independent electro optical switches; WDM network experiments; WDM networks; WDM technologies; experimental switching networks; guided wave switch arrays; integrated optic switches; optical networks; rapid restoration; review; system capabilities; wavelength provisioning; High speed optical techniques; Integrated optics; Intelligent networks; Optical crosstalk; Optical fiber networks; Optical polarization; Optical saturation; Optical sensors; Optical switches; WDM networks;
Conference_Titel :
Vertical-Cavity Lasers, Technologies for a Global Information Infrastructure, WDM Components Technology, Advanced Semiconductor Lasers and Applications, Gallium Nitride Materials, Processing, and Devi
Conference_Location :
Montreal, Que., Canada
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-3891-X
DOI :
10.1109/LEOSST.1997.619149
