Title :
Free-space optical platform design consideration for all-optical TDM switch array
Author :
Komai, Y. ; Kodate, K. ; Kamiya, T.
Author_Institution :
Fac. of Sci., Japan Women´s Univ., Tokyo, Japan
Abstract :
For ultra-fast multiplexing and demultiplexing, an all-optical switch module using free-space platform with diffractive optical elements is a promising approach. This paper discusses design considerations in terms of robustness, efficiency and compactness.
Keywords :
demultiplexing; diffractive optical elements; integrated optics; modules; optical communication equipment; optical switches; time division multiplexing; all-optical TDM switch array; all-optical switch module; compactness; demultiplexing; design considerations; diffractive optical elements; efficiency; free-space optical platform design consideration; robustness; ultra-fast multiplexing; Fiber nonlinear optics; Nonlinear optics; Optical arrays; Optical design; Optical diffraction; Optical pumping; Optical sensors; Optical switches; Robustness; Time division multiplexing;
Conference_Titel :
Lasers and Electro-Optics, 2001. CLEO/Pacific Rim 2001. The 4th Pacific Rim Conference on
Conference_Location :
Chiba, Japan
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-6738-3
DOI :
10.1109/CLEOPR.2001.970925
