We successfully reduced the chip size of a 16×16 optical matrix switch with silica-based planar lightwave circuit technology to 36 %, and the power consumption to 37 % by employing 1.5 % Δ waveguides, heat insulating grooves, and a new circuit layout.
Published in:
Optical Fiber Communication Conference, 2005. Technical Digest. OFC/NFOEC
(Volume:4
)
Date of Conference: 6-11 March 2005