Title :
Fast-sweep, high-resolution optical spectrum analyzer
Author :
Furukawa, Hiroshi ; Saitoh, Takashi ; Nakamura, Kentaro ; Kawakita, Koji ; Koshihara, Masaru ; Shimotahira, Hiroshi
Author_Institution :
Anritsu Devices Co. Ltd., Atsugi, Japan
fDate :
June 30 2013-July 4 2013
Abstract :
This paper describes a heterodyne optical spectrum analyzer with fast sweeping and high spectral resolution. It supports a sweep frequency of 160 Hz and a resolution of 2 pm using our unique wavelength sweep light source based on MEMS technology.
Keywords :
heterodyne detection; micro-optics; optical fibre communication; spectral analysers; MEMS technology; fast sweeping; frequency 160 Hz; heterodyne optical spectrum analyzer; high spectral resolution; sweep frequency; High-speed optical techniques; Micromechanical devices; Mirrors; Optical filters; Optical mixing; Optical polarization; Optical switches;
Conference_Titel :
OptoElectronics and Communications Conference held jointly with 2013 International Conference on Photonics in Switching (OECC/PS), 2013 18th
Conference_Location :
Kyoto
