Abstract
We propose a novel delay element for polarization mode dispersion (PMD) compensation by employing a tunable high-birefringence linearly chirped grating. The device can adjust differential group delay in a linearly continuous way and its performance is demonstrated by compensating 10-Gb/s signal with the first-order PMD. The tradeoff between PMD compensation capability of the device and the power penalty caused by the chromatic dispersion of the grating has also been studied.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2634-2640 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Optics Express |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 20 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2003 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics