Title :
Flexibility in submarine fiber optic networks [invited]
Author_Institution :
TE SubCom, Eatontown, NJ, USA
Abstract :
Submarine networks are increasing flexibility in the undersea plant by adopting optical add-drop multiplexing technologies similar to those deployed in terrestrial networks. We will examine the different technologies, applications, and operating issues involved in implementing flexibility in submarine networks.
Keywords :
multiplexing; optical fibre networks; optical add-drop multiplexing technologies; submarine fiber optic networks; terrestrial networks; Optical fiber cables; Optical fibers; Optical filters; Optical network units; Optical switches; Power cables; Underwater vehicles; Networks; Optical communications; Wavelength routing;
Journal_Title :
Optical Communications and Networking, IEEE/OSA Journal of
DOI :
10.1364/JOCN.7.00A553
