Title :
Optical components-the new challenge in packaging
Author :
Matthews, Michael R. ; Macdonald, Brian M. ; Preston, Keith R.
Author_Institution :
British Telecom Res. Labs., Ipswich, UK
fDate :
12/1/1990 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Recent developments in packaging technology for optical components used in fiber transmission systems are reviewed. Topics covered include fiber coupling and fixing techniques, modular packaging concepts, high-speed component design, and advanced function components. A high-performance package for lithium niobate modulators is described that illustrates the packaging concepts that are outlined. Likely future trends in optical communications are discussed and the implications for component packaging are considered
Keywords :
integrated optoelectronics; lithium compounds; modules; optical communication equipment; optical couplers; packaging; LiNbO3 modulators; advanced function components; challenge in packaging; fiber alignment tolerance; fiber coupling; fiber fixing; fiber transmission systems; future trends in optical communications; high-performance package; high-speed component design; implications for component packaging; modular packaging concepts; packaging concepts; packaging technology for optical components; Fiber lasers; High speed optical techniques; Laser modes; Optical coupling; Optical devices; Optical fiber communication; Optical fiber devices; Optical fibers; Optical interconnections; Packaging;
Journal_Title :
Components, Hybrids, and Manufacturing Technology, IEEE Transactions on
