Title :
A physical layer perspective on current and next-generation passive optical networks
Author :
Reichmann, Kenneth C. ; Iannone, Patrick P.
Author_Institution :
AT&T Labs.-Res., Middletown, NJ
Abstract :
This tutorial will focus on physical layer issues associated with passive optical networks. Corresponding technologies of present and future deployments will also be discussed.
Keywords :
optical fibre networks; passive optical networks; Next generation networking; Optical amplifiers; Optical fiber communication; Optical fiber networks; Passive optical networks; Physical layer; Semiconductor optical amplifiers; Stimulated emission; Time division multiplexing; Wavelength division multiplexing; (060.4510) Optical communications; (250.4480) Optical amplifiers;
Conference_Titel :
Lasers and Electro-Optics, 2008 and 2008 Conference on Quantum Electronics and Laser Science. CLEO/QELS 2008. Conference on
Conference_Location :
San Jose, CA
Print_ISBN :
978-1-55752-859-9
