Title :
Coherent systems-fact or fiction
Author :
Cochrane, Peter ; Heatley, David J T
Author_Institution :
British Telecom Res. Labs., Ipswich, UK
Abstract :
Progress on coherent optical communication systems is reviewed with particular reference to their readiness for deployment in the field. The basic technology is discussed, together with the state of development of key system components. Performance comparisons are drawn between coherent and intensity modulated systems employing optical preamplifiers
Keywords :
optical communication equipment; optical fibres; optical links; coherent optical communication systems; fibre amplifiers; field trials; optical fibre links; optical preamplifiers; polarisation; receivers; sources; wavelength control;
Conference_Titel :
Coherent Optical Communications, IEE Colloquium on
Conference_Location :
London
