Iridian Articles

  1. Using Optical Filters To Measure Earth From A Different Perspective 9/19/2022

    Explore how optical filters revolutionize Earth observation, enhancing our understanding of natural phenomena and driving the commercialization of space exploration.

  2. How To Enhance Optical Blocking Using Multiple Filters 8/10/2022

    Any background light that reaches the detector of an optical system can greatly compromise signal-to-noise ratio. Using more than one blocking filter is a solution that requires careful consideration.

  3. Filter Specs Vs. Functional Specs – The Pitfall Of Double Margining 6/13/2022

    Wavelength “padding” can result in over- or under-margining of transmission/blocking wavelengths. This leads to a more expensive solution with compromised performance.

  4. How A Filter Is Specified 6/13/2022

    By comprehending the filter function and implementing appropriate conditions, the filter design team can develop a filter specification that guarantees the filter meets the functional requirements.

  5. How Premium GFFs Improve EDFA Performance And Optimize Module Design 4/18/2022

    Iridian’s premium GFFs deliver higher-level performance than traditional GFFs to meet stringent PPEF specifications, as well as provide additional functionality.

  6. Datacenter Interconnect Bandwidth: The Role Of Optical Filters And Etalons 9/17/2021

    Data center evolution is driving demand for ever-higher data transmission rates, necessitating innovation in data center optical interconnect component design. 

  7. The Application Of WDM Channel Skip Filters 9/30/2020

    Channel skip filters enable precision band splitting in telecommunications options, offering improved performance over edge pass filters at a cost adaptable to any project budget.

  8. Advantages Of Multiple Band Pass Filters In Telecommunications Applications 6/19/2020

    Multi band filters help optimize price-performance balance while also conserving space, simplifying design, and improving (or offering equivalent) performance versus single band filters.

  9. Wavelength Budgeting For Optical Filters 6/10/2020

    Considerations when specifying transition pass bands, blocking bands, and transition widths include filter manufacturing tolerances, thermal tolerances, and source/detector variations. These factors must be taken into account properly and completely to achieve optimal spectral performance.

  10. Hybrid Gain Flattening Filters In Optical Fiber Amplifiers 2/18/2020

    Hybrid GFFs save space, simplify system layouts, cost less than a two-filter setup, and offer unparalleled reliability. Meet the new standard in optical fiber amplifier components.