Title :
A wavelength-matching scheme for multiwavelength optical links and networks using grating demultiplexers
Author :
Tong, F. ; Ho, K.P. ; Schrans, T. ; Hall, W.E. ; Grand, G. ; Mottier, P.
Author_Institution :
IBM Thomas J. Watson Res. Center, Yorktown Heights, NY, USA
fDate :
6/1/1995 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Proposes a simple and low-cost wavelength-matching scheme for multiwavelength optical links and networks using grating demultiplexers. The authors demonstrate that the wavelength can be matched and maintained within 0.006 nm with the reference wavelength.<>
Keywords :
demultiplexing; optical fibre communication; optical fibre networks; grating demultiplexers; multiwavelength optical links; wavelength-matching scheme; Arrayed waveguide gratings; Circuits; Etching; Fluctuations; Laser stability; Optical arrays; Optical fiber communication; Optical filters; Optical waveguides; Temperature;
Journal_Title :
Photonics Technology Letters, IEEE
