Configurable dispersion compensation trimmer
US7471858B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 2006 |
| Grant date | Dec 30, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/355
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention pertains to optical fiber transmission systems, and is particularly relevant to transmission of large volumes of data over long distances at high rates. An improved apparatus achieving precise dispersion compensation in a fiber span is disclosed. In particular, the invention teaches a configurable dispersion compensation trimmer with automatic detection of configuration.
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