Title :
The evolution of passive devices in WDM networks
Author_Institution :
Nortel Networks UK, Paignton, UK
Abstract :
The development of a variety of technologies has progressed over the last ten years to meet the demands for optical bandwidth in fibre-optic networks made available by Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM). These technologies are described and compared for their ability to fulfil optical functions. The role of currently developing technologies and devices for future networks is discussed. Methods of active control of passive devices are described to compensate for system changes. The increasing demands for lower costs and functionality are the motivation towards integration, automated assembly and versatility of technology
Keywords :
Bragg gratings; compensation; integrated optics; micro-optics; optical communication equipment; optical fibre dispersion; optical fibre networks; optical planar waveguides; packaging; wavelength division multiplexing; WDM networks; active control; automated assembly; compensation; fibre-optic networks; integration; passive devices; wavelength division multiplexing; Fiber gratings; Intelligent networks; Optical fiber filters; Optical fiber networks; Optical fiber polarization; Optical films; Optical filters; Optical waveguides; WDM networks; Wavelength division multiplexing;
Conference_Titel :
Electronic Components and Technology Conference, 1999. 1999 Proceedings. 49th
Conference_Location :
San Diego, CA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-5231-9
DOI :
10.1109/ECTC.1999.776058
