Method and system for managing optical distribution network

    公开(公告)号:IL231833D0

    公开(公告)日:2014-05-28

    申请号:IL23183314

    申请日:2014-03-31

    Abstract: A system for controlling a purely photonic network comprising: at least one digital computing device configured for: storing instructions which, when executed by one or more processors, cause the instructions to control a photonic network, the photonic network comprising purely photonic elements that require no electrical-to-optical or optical-to-electrical conversion between a network input port and a network output port, wherein the digital computing device stores: 1) relationship information that describes the relationships between a plurality of network elements in the photonic network; and 2) configuration information that describes the current state of each of the plurality of network elements; receiving a path generation request that includes a first port identifier and a second port identifier, wherein the first port identifier represents an input port and the second port identifier represents a first output port; based at least in part on the relationship information and the configuration information, generating candidate paths that begin at the input port and end at at least the first output port.

    14.
    发明专利
    未知

    公开(公告)号:DE60325829D1

    公开(公告)日:2009-03-05

    申请号:DE60325829

    申请日:2003-02-18

    Abstract: In a gimbaled micromachined micromirror array optimized for parallel-plate electrostatic operation, longitudinal-type gimbal hinge elements are provided in which a plurality of torsional longitudinal hinge elements are arranged in an array parallel to the axis of rotation and which are linked together by rigid lateral brace sections. In primary embodiment the hinge elements are arranged in a double gimbal configuration. Specific embodiments of the hinge elements are simple longitudinal, compound longitudinal, stacked simple longitudinal, and stacked compound longitudinal. The longitudinal hinges may be used with various types of mirrors including circular or rectilinear, recessed or nonrecessed, where the hinges are connected in either a symmetric or asymmetric configuration relative to one another, as hereinafter illustrated by way of a subset of examples. A preferred embodiment of a mirror structure suitable for an array structure according to the invention is a nonstacked compound longitudinal hinge symmetrically connected to a circular nonrecessed electrostatically-actuatable parallel plate mirror within a substantially circular ring hinged in substantially the same way to form a double gimbaled structure.

    METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPTICAL BEAM ALIGNMENT DETECTION AND CONTROL

    公开(公告)号:CA2457934A1

    公开(公告)日:2003-02-27

    申请号:CA2457934

    申请日:2002-08-09

    Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for detection and control of multiple-axi s active alignment for a free-space-coupled single-mode fiber-optic transmissi on system that automatically optimizes the coupling through the system. In a specific embodiment, a measurement of coupled power is made and error signal s are used to control actuation via four axes of beam steering element to null four generally orthogonal alignment errors of the beam between the input (12 ) and output fibers (14). The four alignment errors are detected using a synchronous-detection approach. A feedback control system (100) nulls the fo ur errors.

    MEMS structure with raised electrodes
    17.
    发明申请
    MEMS structure with raised electrodes 有权
    具有凸起电极的MEMS结构

    公开(公告)号:US20040095629A1

    公开(公告)日:2004-05-20

    申请号:US10700734

    申请日:2003-11-03

    CPC classification number: G02B26/0841 B81B3/0086 B81B2201/042

    Abstract: In an electrostatically controlled deflection apparatus, such as a MEMS array having cavities formed around electrodes and which is mounted directly on a dielectric or controllably resistive substrate in which are embedded electrostatic actuation electrodes disposed in alignment with the individual MEMS elements, a mechanism is provided to mitigate the effects of uncontrolled dielectric surface potentials between the MEMS elements and the electrostatic actuation electrodes, the mechanism being raised electrodes relative to the dielectric or controllably resistive surface of the substrate. The aspect ratio of the gaps between elements (element height to element separation ratio) is at least 0.1 and preferably at least 0.5 and preferably between 0.75 and 2.0 with a typical choice of about 1.0, assuming a surface fill factor of 50% or greater. Higher aspect ratios at these fill factors are believed not to provide more than marginal improvement.

    Abstract translation: 在静电控制的偏转装置中,例如具有围绕电极形成的空腔的MEMS阵列,其直接安装在电介质或可控电阻衬底上,其中嵌入的静电致动电极与各个MEMS元件对齐设置, 减轻MEMS元件和静电致动电极之间不受控制的电介质表面电位的影响,该机构是相对于基板的电介质或可控制的电阻表面而升高的电极。 假设表面填充因子为50%以上,元件之间的间隙(元件高度与元素分离比)的纵横比为至少0.1,优选为至少0.5,优选为0.75至2.0,典型的选择为约1.0。 这些填充因子的较高纵横比被认为不能提供更多的边际改进。

    METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPTICAL BEAM POWER ATTENUATION
    19.
    发明申请
    METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPTICAL BEAM POWER ATTENUATION 有权
    光束功率衰减的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US20040013348A1

    公开(公告)日:2004-01-22

    申请号:US09935429

    申请日:2001-08-20

    Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for the closed loop attenuation of optical beam power in a multiple-axis free-space-coupled single-mode fiber-optic transmission system. In a specific embodiment involving two tip-tilt mirrors to couple optical power from an input fiber to an output fiber, the four mirror axes are actuated in such a way as to produce either a static or time-varying set of induced mirror angles that yield a desired time history of optical loss. The attenuation technique uses the DC level of the measured output power to adjust the amplitude of the induced mirror angles.

    Abstract translation: 为多轴自由空间耦合单模光纤传输系统中的光束功率的闭环衰减提供了方法和装置。 在涉及将光功率从输入光纤耦合到输出光纤的两个倾斜反射镜的具体实施例中,四个反射镜轴被致动以产生静态或时变的感应反射镜的集合,其产生 光损耗的期望历史。 衰减技术使用测量输出功率的直流电平来调节感应反射镜角度的幅度。

    Silicon on insulator standoff and method for manufacture thereof
    20.
    发明申请
    Silicon on insulator standoff and method for manufacture thereof 审中-公开
    硅绝缘体间隔及其制造方法

    公开(公告)号:US20030197176A1

    公开(公告)日:2003-10-23

    申请号:US10128368

    申请日:2002-04-22

    Abstract: Method for fabricating ultrathin gaps producing ultrashort standoffs in array structures includes sandwiching a patterned device layer between a silicon standoff layer and a silicon support layer, providing that the back surfaces of the respective silicon support layer and the standoff layer are polished to a desired thickness corresponding to the desired standoff height on one side and to at least a minimum height for mechanical strength on the opposing side, as well as to a desired smoothness. Standoffs and mechanical supports are then fabricated by etching to produce voids with the dielectric oxides on both sides of the device layer serving as suitable etch stops. Thereafter, the exposed portions of the oxide layers are removed to release the pattern, and a package layer is mated with the standoff voids to produce a finished device. The standoff layer can be fabricated to counteract curvature.

    Abstract translation: 用于制造在阵列结构中产生超短距离的超薄间隙的方法包括在硅隔离层和硅支撑层之间夹着图案化的器件层,条件是相应的硅支撑层和支座层的背面被抛光到相应的所需厚度 达到一侧上所需的间隔高度,并且至少在相对侧上的机械强度的最小高度以及期望的平滑度。 然后通过蚀刻制造支座和机械支撑件以产生空隙,其中装置层两侧的电介质氧化物用作合适的蚀刻停止点。 此后,去除氧化物层的暴露部分以释放图案,并且将封装层与间隙空隙配合以产生成品装置。 可以制造隔离层以抵消曲率。

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