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Device comprising a polarization-independent micro-resonator

US7505648B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 29, 2006
Grant dateMar 17, 2009
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Expiry dateNov 29, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/29343
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Polarization-diverse optical devices and related methods are disclosed. In some embodiments, these devices and methods are realized by utilizing a four-port, wavelength-dependent optical coupler that is arranged to receive identical counter-propagating optical signals.

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