May 6, 2004 — Glimmerglass Networks Inc. has selected MEMSCAP SA (News, Web) as a key supplier for its MEMS-based photonic switches, according to a news release.
The Hayward, Calif.-based microphotonics firm said it’s using France-based MEMSCAP’s North Carolina manufacturing facility for volume production of its products. Glimmerglass’ switching technology consists of MEMS, micro-optics and connection control software used in such industries as telecommunications, defense, grid computing, broadcast video and test and measurement, the release said.