Asymmetric optical loop mirror : analysis of an all-optical switch

Kane, Michael G. and Glesk, Ivan and Sokoloff, Jason P. and Prucnal, Paul R. (1994) Asymmetric optical loop mirror : analysis of an all-optical switch. Applied Optics, 33 (29). pp. 6833-6842. ISSN 0003-6935 (https://doi.org/10.1364/AO.33.006833)

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Abstract

A general analytical framework for tetrahertz optical asymmetric demultiplexer (TOAD) switch operation is presented and compared with other switches that use a nonlinear optical element in a loop mirror. Main results are illustrated with experimental data reported and some applications are described.