We review the progress of multiwavelength DFB laser arrays made for multiwavelength optical networks. The goal is to reduce the per-wavelength transmitter cost in manufacturing and network element control. Using photonic integration, we have addressed and resolved several important issues related to laser arrays such as wavelength accuracy, output power and optical packaging. State of the art results are summarized and its impact on the multiwavelength optical network is assessed.
Monolithic multiwavelength lasers for WDM lightwave systems
Optoelectronic Integrated Circuits ; 1997 ; San Jose,CA,USA
Proc. SPIE ; 3006
1997-01-22
Conference paper
Electronic Resource
English
Monolithic Integrated Multiwavelength Laser Arrays for WDM Lightwave Systems
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