Mirror, optical switch, and method for redirecting an optical signal
US6701036B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 19, 2001 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04Q2011/0039
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An optical switch for redirecting an optical signal includes a plurality of spaced-apart mirrors disposed in an array for detecting and reflecting one or more optical signals. The mirrors include a reflective member and a sensor. Desirably, the optical signal is detected by the sensor and used for triggering drive means for orientating the mirrors in the array for redirecting the optical signal.
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