Advanced photonic integration and the revolution in optical networks

Alan C. Nilsson; Geoffrey S. Bennett; David F. Welch

doi:10.1117/12.813539

12 February 2009 Advanced photonic integration and the revolution in optical networks

Alan C. Nilsson, Geoffrey S. Bennett, David F. Welch

Proceedings Volume 7221, Photonics Packaging, Integration, and Interconnects IX; 722102 (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.813539
Event: SPIE OPTO: Integrated Optoelectronic Devices, 2009, San Jose, California, United States

Abstract

Advanced Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) have changed the way capacity is added to optical networks. This paper outlines the operational challenges of scaling WDM optical networks to support Internet growth rates using traditional approaches. It describes the advantages PIC-based solutions offer in terms of size, simplicity, power consumption, and reliability. Future directions enabled by advanced photonic integration are considered.

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Alan C. Nilsson, Geoffrey S. Bennett, and David F. Welch "Advanced photonic integration and the revolution in optical networks", Proc. SPIE 7221, Photonics Packaging, Integration, and Interconnects IX, 722102 (12 February 2009); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.813539

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