Abstract
We develop and analyze a new waveband multi/demultiplexer that exploits
the routing functions of arrayed-waveguide gratings (AWG). The device can
accommodate multiple input/output fibers simultaneously and be implemented
monolithically using silica planar lightwave circuit (PLC) technology. We
analyze AWG port usage for variants of the proposed multi/demultiplexers.
The important characteristic of the device, its coherent and incoherent crosstalk
performance is investigated. A technique to reduce the crosstalk is presented.
We extend the capability of the device so that the waveband bandwidth can
be changed by adding small switches. Experiments confirm the excellent performance
of the proposed waveband multi/demultiplexer.
© 2009 IEEE
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