Title :
Recent advances on laser processing in silica-based PLCs
Author :
Kohtoku, M. ; Nasu, Y. ; Abe, M.
Author_Institution :
NTT Photonics Labs., NTT Corp., Kanagawa
Abstract :
Laser processing is a powerful tool for realizing highly functional silica-based PLCs that can provide simple methods for tuning device characteristics and enhance new functionalities. This letter reviews laser processing technologies for silica-based PLCs. Furthermore, this letter describes flat-top AWG spectrum tilt compensation and three-dimensional waveguide interconnection using laser processing
Keywords :
arrayed waveguide gratings; integrated optics; laser materials processing; optical interconnections; silicon compounds; AWG spectrum; SiO2; laser processing; planar lightwave circuits; silica; three-dimensional waveguide interconnection; Arrayed waveguide gratings; Laser tuning; Optical attenuators; Optical devices; Optical tuning; Optical waveguides; Programmable control; Quantum cascade lasers; Ring lasers; Waveguide lasers;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communication Conference, 2006 and the 2006 National Fiber Optic Engineers Conference. OFC 2006
Conference_Location :
Anaheim, CA
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-803-9
DOI :
10.1109/OFC.2006.215655
