Optically reconfigurable 1×4 silicon-on-insulator remote node switch for access networks

Operation of an optically controlled 1×4 remote node, based on membrane InP switches and SOI waveguide circuits, is shown. Extinction ratio >25dB and penalty-free operation for 10Gb/s 231-1 PRBS data through the switch are demonstrated.

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