Apparatus for switching optical signals and method of operation

Details Apparatus for switching optical signals and method of operation Apparatus for switching optical signals and method of operation

1997-07-07

1999-02-23

Ullah, Akm E.

Optical waveguides

With optical coupler

Switch

359222, G02B 600, G02B 636

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058752714

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for switching an optical signal to one of a number of output locations includes a refractor and one or more switchplates. The switchplates operate to frustrate the internal reflection of the optical signal by the refractor when the switchplate is brought into proximal contact with the refractor so that the optical signal enters the first switchplate. Switchplates and refractors may be arranged in a variety of configurations to provide cascaded or multi-stage switching.

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