Characterization

In the process of characterizing planar photonic devices, I have come up with several tools and accessories to make my job of characterizing devices easier.

The characterization setup utilizes Newport Corporation's 561/562 series ULTRAlign Precision Fiber Optic Linear Stages.  Here is a list of the accessories I've developed for these stages.  These accessories all attach to a 561-UM universal module for mounting to the 561/562 stage rail.

Planar Device Mount - This mount allows the user to easily insert a thin planar device into the optic axis for testing.  Devices as short as 250 microns along the optical axis have been mounted with this system
Fiber Tipping Aparatus - This is an improvement to the Newport 561-FC fiber chuck holder.  It allows the fiber chuck to be angled up or down in order to vary the incident angle to the device.