| 摘要 |
An optical component has at least one cell with a mirror electrode and a counter electrode, and an electrolyte disposed between the mirror and counter electrodes which includes metal ions which are depositable onto the mirror and counter electrodes. The cell is operable in a reflective and a transmissive mode by depositing different quantities of the metal ions on to the mirror electrode. An input optical signal can thus be selectively reflected, without requiring movement of mechanical components, instead relying on the flow of electrolyte ions. By providing a reflection state and a transmission state, the cell can act as a switchable micromirror for signal routing or monitoring functions
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