• Acta Optica Sinica
  • Vol. 30, Issue 11, 3221 (2010)
Li Shu1、*, Zhuge Qunbi2, Lin Qiao1, and Wu Xingkun1
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  • 1[in Chinese]
  • 2Department of Physics, Mcgil University, Canada
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    Li Shu, Zhuge Qunbi, Lin Qiao, Wu Xingkun. Multimode Polymeric Optical Power Splitter Based on an Asymmetrical Structure Using Laser Direct Writing[J]. Acta Optica Sinica, 2010, 30(11): 3221 Copy Citation Text show less

    Abstract

    A 1×8 power splitter made of UV curable optical epoxy was proposed and fabricated. A novel asymmetrical structure was utilized in power splitting scheme to enable a uniform distribution of energy among all branches. By the use of laser direct writing process and high precision translation stages, the prototyping process was completed within a short fabrication phase of 5 min. Power splitting test was made and power from output ports were analyzed. The splitter has a nearly-equal output for all channels except for one with a 4% fluctuation. The asymmetric design and mask-less fabrication make it possible to realize an effective and high-yield production of this device.
    Li Shu, Zhuge Qunbi, Lin Qiao, Wu Xingkun. Multimode Polymeric Optical Power Splitter Based on an Asymmetrical Structure Using Laser Direct Writing[J]. Acta Optica Sinica, 2010, 30(11): 3221
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