18177552. SINGLE POLARIZATION CIRCULATOR simplified abstract (Cisco Technology, Inc.)
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SINGLE POLARIZATION CIRCULATOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jock T. Bovington of Koenigstein Im Taunus (DE)
Matthew J. Traverso of Saratoga CA (US)
SINGLE POLARIZATION CIRCULATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18177552 titled 'SINGLE POLARIZATION CIRCULATOR
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes a system, method, and photonic chip for an optical circulator. The system includes components such as a polarization splitter, an optical circuit, and a controller to manage the flow of optical signals.
- The system consists of a first polarization splitter that receives an optical signal at one port.
- A first optical circuit, optically connected to the polarization splitter, includes phase shifters to manipulate the signal.
- A first controller adjusts the phase shifters to control the output of the optical signal and manage the signal flow within the system.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Integration of a first polarization splitter, an optical circuit with phase shifters, and a controller for efficient signal management.
- Ability to manipulate optical signals for desired output using phase shifters within the optical circuit.
- Precise control over signal flow and direction within the system for effective optical circulator functionality.
Potential Applications:
The technology can be applied in:
- Telecommunications networks for signal routing and management.
- Optical sensing systems for signal processing and analysis.
- Quantum computing for controlling and manipulating quantum information.
Problems Solved:
- Efficient signal routing and management in optical systems.
- Precise control over signal flow and direction.
- Enhanced functionality of optical circulators.
Benefits:
- Improved signal processing efficiency.
- Enhanced control over optical signal flow.
- Increased reliability and performance of optical systems.
Commercial Applications:
Potential commercial applications include:
- Telecommunications industry for network optimization.
- Optical sensing technology for improved data processing.
- Quantum computing for enhanced information manipulation.
Prior Art:
Readers can explore prior art related to optical circulators, photonic chips, and signal routing technologies in the field of photonics and telecommunications.
Frequently Updated Research:
Stay updated on the latest advancements in photonic chip technology, optical signal processing, and optical circulator design for potential improvements and innovations in the field.
Questions about Optical Circulators: 1. What are the key components of an optical circulator and how do they function together? 2. How does the use of phase shifters in the optical circuit contribute to the efficiency of signal management in the system?
Original Abstract Submitted
A system, method, and photonic chip for an optical circulator are described. The system includes a first polarization splitter, a first optical circuit, and a first controller. The first polarization splitter receives, at a first port of the first polarization splitter, a first optical signal. The first optical circuit is optically coupled to the first polarization splitter. The first optical circuit includes a first plurality of phase shifters. The first optical circuit receives, at a first port of the first optical circuit, a second optical signal. The first controller adjusts the first plurality of phase shifters such that the first optical circuit outputs the first optical signal at a second port of the first optical circuit and such that the first polarization splitter outputs the second optical signal at the first port of the first polarization splitter.
