WDM systems incorporating adiabatic reflection filters

Optical waveguides – With optical coupler – Particular coupling function

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385 45, 385 47, G02B 626

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ABSTRACT:
A wavelength selective structure is coupled to an adiabatic Y-coupler via a multimode section which supports both symmetric and antisymmetric modes. One single mode branch of the coupler converts guided light to a symmetric mode, whereas the other single mode branch converts guided light to an anti-symmetric mode. The structure, which includes a pair of single mode waveguide arms coupled to the common section and a reflection device (such as a grating or ROR) located in each arm, converts reflected light from a symmetric mode to an anti-symmetric mode and conversely. Applications described include a channel dropping filter and channel balancing apparatus for WDM systems, and a dispersion compensator for fiber optic systems.

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