High-Speed, Low- Power, Highly Integrated, Wide Wavelength Range Tunable Laser for Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) Networks Navy SBIR FY2009.1 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2009.1 Topic No.: N091-034 Topic Title: High-Speed, Low- Power, Highly Integrated, Wide Wavelength Range Tunable Laser for Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) Networks Proposal No.: N091-034-0393 Firm: Accipiter Systems, Inc. 412 Fox Meadow Drive Wexford, Pennsylvania 15090 Contact: David Drury Phone: (724) 933-8895 Web Site: www.accipitersystems.com Abstract: Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) optical networks are seen as a leading candidate for data avionic systems communication link needs. Optical burst mode switching uses wavelength addressing, replacing electronic switching. In this project we propose to develop a hybrid burst mode transmitter, able to support at minimum 32 wavelengths and switching between wavelength in 1 nanosecond or less, as an important step toward an ultimate goal of developing an integrated burst mode transceiver. Benefits: Optical burst mode networks have the potential to deliver almost unlimited bandwidth, securely, at low size, weight and power requirements. A componentized burst mode transmitter is a key element in enabling the integration of this technology into avionic and commercial systems. Accipiter Systems is developing this technology for use in data centers. Return