Self-routing of 12.5-Gbit/s data through an 8 × 8 LiNbO3 optical crossbar switch matrix with gigahertz switching speed.

D. J. Blumenthal, P. R. Prucnal, L. Thylen, P. Granestrand

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Abstract

The transmission of 80-ps pulses through an 8 × 8 integrated optical crossbar switch is reported. The switching speed of the directional coupler switching element is measured at 1.33 GHz. This rise time can be improved with lower-capacitance interconnection techniques. Radio-frequency crosstalk due to acoustooptic coupling is measured at -12.3 dB at 1 GHz. The switching speed and modulation depth of the switch are acceptable for use in fast photonic switching networks. The demonstration of 100-Mb/s optical self-routing of 12.5-Gb/s information shows promise for an ultrahigh-speed packet or bit switching system.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationOpt Fiber Commun Conf 1988 Tech Dig Ser Vol 1 Summ Pap
PublisherPubl by Optical Soc of America
Pages183
Number of pages1
ISBN (Print)1557520216
StatePublished - 1988
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameOpt Fiber Commun Conf 1988 Tech Dig Ser Vol 1 Summ Pap

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Engineering

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