Title :
Efficient dynamic bandwidth allocation based on upstream broadcast in Ethernet passive optical networks
Author :
Wong, Elaine ; Chae, Chang-Joon
Author_Institution :
Australian Photonics Cooperative Res. Centre, Melbourne Univ., Vic., Australia
Abstract :
We propose a novel dynamic bandwidth allocation scheme that exploits a physical layer architecture to facilitate upstream broadcast in an EPON. The network meets stringent QoS requirements, achieves high channel utilization and optimizes downstream capacity.
Keywords :
bandwidth allocation; channel allocation; channel capacity; local area networks; optical fibre networks; quality of service; EPON; Ethernet passive optical networks; QoS requirements; channel utilization; downstream capacity optimization; dynamic bandwidth allocation; physical layer architecture; upstream broadcast; Bandwidth; Broadcasting; Channel allocation; EPON; Intelligent networks; Optical network units; Passive optical networks; Quality of service; Telecommunication traffic; Traffic control;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communication Conference, 2005. Technical Digest. OFC/NFOEC
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-783-0
DOI :
10.1109/OFC.2005.193124
