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Integrated optics — technology and applications

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The emergence of optoelectronics and photonics as viable alternatives to electronics in many key areas of engineering relevance is indeed significant. This paper presents a tutorial review of integrated optics — a technologically important development in photonics. Materials, processes, device technology and applications are highlighted.

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Selvarajan, A. Integrated optics — technology and applications. Sadhana 17, 391–409 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02811350

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