Title :
Generalized switching, splitting, and multiplexing operations using circular arrays of coupled waveguides
Author :
Makin, J. ; Molter, L.
Author_Institution :
Swarthmore Coll., PA, USA
Abstract :
Nth-order coupled circular arrays of optical fibers can perform switching, splitting, and (de)multiplexing operations by adjusting the coupling between adjacent guides. A generalized 4-guide array to accomplish these operations is described, along with additional more specific results for higher-order systems.
Keywords :
demultiplexing; optical fibre couplers; optical switches; coupled circular arrays; coupled waveguides; generalized switching; higher-order system; multiplexing operation; optical fibers; splitting; Heat transfer; Optical arrays; Optical coupling; Optical design; Optical fiber couplers; Optical filters; Optical interferometry; Optical polymers; Optical receivers; Signal design;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communications Conference, 2003. OFC 2003
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-746-6
DOI :
10.1109/OFC.2003.1247480
