Summary form only given. Wavelength conversion based on difference frequency generation (DFG) is attractive for wavelength division multiplexed (WDM) optical networks. In this paper, we present DFG-based wavelength converters which use engineered quasi-phase matching (QPM) structures in LiNbO/sub 3/ (PPLN) waveguides, where the application of M pumps allows for simultaneous conversion of each of N input signals to M output wavelengths (wavelength broadcast).
Multiple channel wavelength conversion using engineered quasi-phase matching structures in LiNbO/sub 3/ waveguides
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Quasi-Phasematched Wavelength Conversion in Zn-Diffused LiNbO~3 Waveguides
British Library Conference Proceedings | 2001
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