Abstract
We demonstrate an error-free 160 Gb/s SOA-based optical wavelength converter. This optical wavelength converter can be controlled by a monolithically integrated optical flip-flop memory to switch 80 Gb/s data-packets all-optically. The optical wavelength converter consists of an SOA and an optical filter. Assisting by an optical bandpass filter, an effectively recovery time of 3 ps is achieved in an SOA, which ensures 160 Gb/s operation. The integrated optical flip-flop based on two-coupled lasers, exhibits single-mode operation, has 35 dB contrast ratio between the states and switches state in about 2 ns. We show that the integrated flip-flop is capable to control an optical wavelength conversion up to 160 Gb/s. The system is capable of routing 80 Gb/s data packets with duration of 35 ns, separated by 15 ns of guard time.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the Broadband Europe Meeting, 12-13 December 2005, Bordeaux, France |
Place of Publication | Bordeaux, France |
Pages | T03A.03-1/4 |
Publication status | Published - 2005 |
Event | Broadband Europe 2005 (BBEurope 2005), December 12-13, 2005, Bordeaux, France - Bordeaux, France Duration: 12 Dec 2005 → 13 Dec 2005 |
Conference
Conference | Broadband Europe 2005 (BBEurope 2005), December 12-13, 2005, Bordeaux, France |
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Abbreviated title | BBEurope 2005 |
Country/Territory | France |
City | Bordeaux |
Period | 12/12/05 → 13/12/05 |