Abstract
The 3-dimensional interconnection of waveguides in the planar lightwave circuits (PLCs) is demonstrated for the first time. By writing 3-dimensional waveguides that cross other waveguides, the femtosecond laser successfully interconnects PLC waveguides with low loss.
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