Experimental demonstration of optical switch using gradient optical force

H. Cai, J. F. Tao, L. Ding, J. F. Song, M. B. Yu, G. Q. Lo, D. L. Kwong

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Abstract

A novel optical switch driven by gradient optical force is demonstrated, allowing weak light to switch a strong one. The proposed optically controlled switch achieves an extinction ratio of 28 dB with ns switching speed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2012 Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition and the National Fiber Optic Engineers Conference, OFC/NFOEC 2012
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2012
Externally publishedYes
Event2012 Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition and the National Fiber Optic Engineers Conference, OFC/NFOEC 2012 - Los Angeles, CA, United States
Duration: 4 Mar 20128 Mar 2012

Publication series

Name2012 Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition and the National Fiber Optic Engineers Conference, OFC/NFOEC 2012

Conference

Conference2012 Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition and the National Fiber Optic Engineers Conference, OFC/NFOEC 2012
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLos Angeles, CA
Period4/03/128/03/12

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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