Title :
Centralized radio access networks over wavelength-division multiplexing: a plug-and-play implementation
Author :
Ponzini, Filippo ; Giorgi, L. ; Bianchi, Alberto ; Sabella, R.
Abstract :
The evolution of centralized radio access networks is discussed from a pragmatic perspective, taking into account the network and radio requirements. The use of wavelength-division multiplexing technology to support this evolution is proposed, and the opportunities for network operators in terms of operational cost, energy efficiency, reuse of already deployed infrastructures, and network convergence are discussed.
Keywords :
radio access networks; wavelength division multiplexing; centralized radio access network; deployed infrastructure reusability; energy efficiency; network convergence; network operator; network requirement; operational cost; plug-and-play implementation; radio requirement; wavelength division multiplexing; Delays; Long Term Evolution; Microcell networks; Optical fiber networks; Optical fibers; Wavelength division multiplexing;
Journal_Title :
Communications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MCOM.2013.6588656
