Integrated Optical Switches based on Silicon Photonics for on-board space applications

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Integrated 1x8 optical switches based on silicon photonics enable efficient routing and redundancy switching for high-bandwidth satellite payloads. These photonic integrated circuits reduce size, weight, and power compared to conventional fiber-optic assemblies, supporting advanced architectures like RF beam hopping. This development provides the foundational switching capabilities required for future optical transport networks and intersatellite links.