Optical switching switching and attenuation systems and methods therefor

摘要

Novel light switches and attenuators are disclosed. In one form of the invention, a novel 2x2 crossbar switch is formed by positioning a movable reflector intermediate four fiberoptic lines. In another form of the invention, a 1xN switch is formed by providing a plurality of cantilevers each having a reflective surface thereon. In still another form of the invention, a novel light attenuator is formed by positioning a movable arm intermediate two fiberoptic elements.