Wavelength selector to be used in wavelength divison multiplexing networks

摘要

A wavelength selector to be used in WDM networks is provided. The wavelength selector is composed of a circulator, an arrayed waveguide grating (AWG), which is used for wavelength demultiplexing and multiplexing part, and an electro-optical (EO) switching part. The input light after the circulator is demultiplexed through the AWG part and each channel of the demultiplexed lights is modulated and reflected through the EO switching part which is formed as Michelson type interferometer with mirror parts returning the light to the AWG. The modulated and reflected light is multiplexed through the AWG and the direction is changed to the output through the circulator.