Title :
Compactly integrated 32-channel AWG multiplexer with variable optical attenuators and power monitors based on multichip PLC technique
Author :
Suzuki, S. ; Inoue, Y. ; Mino, S. ; Ishii, M. ; Ogawa, I. ; Kasahara, Ryoichi ; Doi, Y. ; Hashizume, Y. ; Kitagawa, T.
Author_Institution :
NTT Photonics Labs., NTT Corp., Kanagawa, Japan
Abstract :
A 32-channel AWG multiplexer equipped with VOAs, power-tap monitors and an athermal AWG is developed based on the multichip PLC technique. Compactly integrated modules without patching fibers and a low VOA power are successfully demonstrated.
Keywords :
arrayed waveguide gratings; integrated optics; multichip modules; multiplexing equipment; optical attenuators; AWG multiplexer; VOA power; athermal AWG; compact integrated module; multichip planar lightwave circuit technique; power monitor; power-tap monitor; variable optical attenuator;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communication Conference, 2004. OFC 2004
Conference_Location :
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-772-5
