Abstract
It now appears certain that fiber optic arrays will soon be an important interconnect component. Applications will include array interconnects for SONET transport systems, cross-connect switches, parallel interconnects in multi-processor computers, and ATM switches. Currently, many of these products use an awkward assortment of heavy coaxial cables that are terminated with D-connectors similar to those on the back of our desk top computers. Space restrictions, reliability issues related to multi-racks of heavy connectors, and limitations in performance are making optical interconnects appear as an attractive alternative. In addition, new technologies and an emphasis on design for cost reduction has made array optical interconnections more attractive. Once optical interconnect becomes equivalent to the cost of electrical interconnect there will be a dramatic increase in its application and further cost reduction.
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