Coherent light generators – Particular active media – Semiconductor
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-25
2007-12-25
Rodriguez, Armando (Department: 2828)
Coherent light generators
Particular active media
Semiconductor
C398S048000, C385S014000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10741134
ABSTRACT:
Various methods and apparatuses are described in which an array of optical gain mediums capable of lasing are contained in a single integral unit. The array may contain four or more optical gain mediums capable of lasing. Each optical gain medium capable of lasing supplies a separate optical signal containing a band of wavelengths different than the other optical gain mediums capable of lasing in the array to a first multiplexer/demultiplexer. A connection for an output fiber exists to route an optical signal to and from a passive optical network.
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Sorin Wayne V.
Vakoc Ben J.
Blakely , Sokoloff, Taylor & Zafman LLP
Novera Optics, Inc.
Rodriguez Armando
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