title: The cross waveguide grating: proposal, theory and applications.
abstract: In this paper a novel grating-like integrated optics device is proposed, the Cross Waveguide Grating (XWG). The device is based upon a modified configuration of a traditional Arrayed Waveguide Grating (AWG). The Arrayed Waveguides part is changed, as detailed along this document, giving the device both the ability of multi/demultiplexing and power splitting/coupling. Design examples and transfer function simulations show good agreement with the presented theory. Finally, some of the envisaged applications are outlined.
authors.forename: Pascual
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Muñoz
authors.forename: Daniel
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Pastor
authors.forename: José
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Capmany