Title :
Micro-optical components for parallel optical networks
Author :
Hossfeld, J. ; Ehrfeld, W. ; Neumeier, M. ; Schulze, J. ; Weber, L. ; Picard, A.
Author_Institution :
Mainz Univ., Germany
Abstract :
Key components for parallel optical links are fabricated cost-effectively using LIGA technology. Multifiber ferrules and mechanical splices, 1/spl times/2 and 4/spl times/4 single-mode matrix switches and micro lens arrays with passive alignment structures are presented.
Keywords :
LIGA; micro-optics; microlenses; optical arrays; optical communication equipment; optical fabrication; optical fibre fabrication; 1/spl times/2 single-mode matrix switches; 4/spl times/4 single-mode matrix switches; LIGA technology; mechanical splices; micro lens arrays; micro-optical components; multifiber ferrules; parallel optical links; parallel optical networks; passive alignment structures; Costs; Insertion loss; Manufacturing; Microoptics; Optical arrays; Optical fiber devices; Optical fiber networks; Optical films; Optical switches; Polymers;
Conference_Titel :
Broadband Optical Networks and Technologies: An Emerging Reality/Optical MEMS/Smart Pixels/Organic Optics and Optoelectronics. 1998 IEEE/LEOS Summer Topical Meetings
Conference_Location :
Monterey, CA, USA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-4953-9
DOI :
10.1109/LEOSST.1998.689720
