Wavelength Filters in Fibre Optics

Herbert Venghaus (auth.), Dr. Herbert Venghaus (eds.)3540317694, 9783540317692

Wavelength filters constitute an essential element of fibre-optic networks. This book gives a comprehensive account of the principles and applications of such filters, including their technological realisation. After an introductory chapter on wavelength division multiplexing in current and future fibre optic networks follows a detailed treatment of the phase characteristics of wavelength filters, a factor frequently neglected but of significant importance at high bit rates. Subsequent chapters cover three-dimensional reflection of gratings, arrayed waveguide gratings, fibre Bragg gratings, Fabry-Perot filters, dielectric multilayer filters, ring filters, and interleavers. The book explains the relevant performance parameters, the particular advantages and shortcomings of the various concepts and components, and the preferred applications. It also includes in-depth information on the characteristics of both commercially available devices and those still at the R&D stage. All chapters are authored by internationally recognized experts.

Table of contents :
Introduction….Pages 1-5
Optical Filters in Wavelength-Division Multiplex Systems….Pages 7-16
Phase Characteristics of Optical Filters….Pages 17-69
Diffraction Gratings WDM Components….Pages 71-123
Arrayed Waveguide Gratings….Pages 125-187
Fibre Bragg Gratings….Pages 189-269
Fabry-Perot Interferometer Filters….Pages 271-287
Dielectric Multilayer Filters….Pages 289-340
Ring-Resonator-Based Wavelength Filters….Pages 341-379
Interleavers….Pages 381-432