Optical devices are optoelectronic components used in optical communication that perform various functions based on the photoelectric conversion effect. Depending on whether photoelectric conversion occurs during operation, optical devices can be divided into active devices and passive. Optoelectronics (or optronics) is the study and application of electronic devices and systems that find, detect and control light, usually considered a sub-field of photonics.
[pdf] This section highlights three key types of optical devices: telescopes, microscopes, and cameras, focusing on their unique features and functions. Telescopes are instruments designed for observing distant objects. In fiber optic networks, optical active devices are key components. ▶. • Classification of Optical Components Common optical active components in optical communications include: semiconductor light sources, semiconductor photodetectors, fiber lasers, optical amplifiers, optical modulators, etc.
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