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1993
Journal Article
Title
Compact interconnection networks for photonics
Abstract
The length of multistage interconnection networks is a crucial design parameter. The presented compact architecture overcomes this problem but raises several others, which are the additional interconnects between the separated inputs and outputs of a switch and the backreflection of light inside the architecture. Additional interconnects can be avoided by the interleaved organization of the switching arrays, or a mix of inputs and outputs. Different interconnect organization schemes are analyzed and evaluated. The avoidance of backreflection of light is discussed.
Language
English
Keyword(s)
hypercube networks
multiplexing
optical information processing
optical interconnections
optical switches
compact interconnection networks
photonics
multistage interconnection networks
design parameters
compact architecture
optical switch interconnects
light backreflection
switching arrays
interconnect organization schemes
optical computing