Abstract
Optical feed-forward equalization (FFE) of a single-mode fiber link has been studied theoretically. It is demonstrated that a simple short optical FFE having three to five taps can provide significant performance improvement of bandwidth-limited transmitters for both short and long reach links compared with the nonequalized scenario. Since optical FFEs can simultaneously operate on multiple wavelength division multiplexing channels, they can provide a simple, low power, and cost-effective solution for high-speed optical communication links.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2484-2491 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of Lightwave Technology |
Volume | 36 |
Issue number | 12 |
Early online date | 27 Dec 2017 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 15 Jun 2018 |
Keywords
- Feed-forward equalization
- Optical equalizer
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics