Abstract
We present a new, integrated all-optical multiplexer for wavelength grooming of many WDM channels into a single TDM channel. The chips were realized in a novel generic InP foundry process. For design and mask layout of the multiplexer circuits, we developed a simple equivalent circuit, representing the incorporated wavelength converter. With the chips realized, successful WDM to TDM transmultiplexing is demonstrated, as well as multiplexing of clock and NRZ data.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 29577-29589 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Optics Express |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 28 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |