Title :
New Y-branch wavelength multi/demultiplexer by K+ and Ag+ ion exchange for lambda =1.31 and 1.55 mu m
Author :
Xiang, F. ; Yip, G.L.
Author_Institution :
McGill Univ., Montral, Que., Canada
Abstract :
A new Y-branch wavelength demultiplexer by K+ and Ag+ ion exchange in glass is proposed for lambda =1.31 and 1.55 mu m. Using optimally diluted AgNO3, extinction ratios over 20 dB can be achieved at both wavelengths with reasonable fabrication tolerances.
Keywords :
demultiplexing equipment; ion exchange; multiplexing equipment; optical communication equipment; optical waveguide components; 1.31 micron; 1.55 micron; Ag +; K +; Y-branch; glass; ion exchange; optimally diluted AgNO 3; wavelength demultiplexer;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
DOI :
10.1049/el:19921455
