Title :
Reducing the complexity of mesh nodes by using reflective wavelength-selective switches
Author :
Doerr, Christopher R. ; Wilfong, Gordon ; Chandrasekhar, S.
Author_Institution :
Lucent Technol. Bell Labs, Holmdel, NJ
Abstract :
We show that if one applies the constraint of symmetric demands in a network, then one can significantly simplify the wavelength-switching hardware at mesh nodes. We show designs for nodes of degree-3 through -6. All required components are commercially available. We experimentally demonstrate two designs
Keywords :
optical fibre networks; optical switches; wavelength division multiplexing; mesh modes; reflective switches; symmetric demands constraint; wavelength division multiplexing; wavelength-selective switches; wavelength-switching hardware; Bandwidth; Circuits; Hardware; Micromechanical devices; Mirrors; Optical fiber networks; Programmable control; Protection; Switches; Wavelength division multiplexing; Networks; wavelength division multiplexing;
Journal_Title :
Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics, IEEE Journal of
DOI :
10.1109/JSTQE.2006.876616
