Transparent Networks, a start-up that was developing a 3D MOEMS (micro-opto-electronic-mechanical-system) mirror array switch, is ceasing operations and will liquidate its assets. The company's intellectual property includes optical signal processing and MEMS-based technology. A buyer is being sought. Transparent Networks was based in Milpitas, California.
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- In March 2002, Transparent Networks previewed its 3D MOEMS mirror array integrated with high-voltage high-density VLSI electronics. The single chip array includes 1200 mirrors and could be scaled for use in optical switches with up to 18,000 ports. Transparent Networks' first product implementation allows field scalability of the optical switch from 8 to 1,024 bi-directional protected ports. The design would allow carriers to deploy the switch with a small number of active ports and then add more ports based on demand.
In February 2002, Transparent Networks secured $20 million in second round venture funding for its work in intelligent photonic switching systems. The company raised $30.2 million since its inception in June 2000. Transparent Networks is headed by Dr. Janusz Bryzek, who is considered one of the pioneers of the MEMS industry.
