Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) technology expands fiber capacity by transmitting multiple signals at different wavelengths. Among WDM technologies, Thin-Film Filter (TFF) and Arrayed Waveguide Grating (AWG) are two leading approaches, offering unique advantages in cost . Abstract— We demonstrate that a single 66-layer nonperiodic thin-film stack can be used to separate four wavelength channels by spatial beam shifting. The device has been simulated and optimized with a low insertion loss of 0. 1 dB at 1310 nm wavelength and 0. 33 dB at 1550 nm. Wavelength division multiplexers are fundamental to the functioning and performance of integrated photonic circuits, with applications ranging from optical interconnects to sensing and quantum technologies. With wide bandwidth, low insertion loss, high isolation, low temperature-dependent loss, and low polarization sensitivity, Lumentum filter WDMs are.
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