Author :
Nelson, George F.
Author_Institution :
Paramax Syst. Corp., St. Paul, MN, USA
fDate :
7/1/1992 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
RF photonic links that can be used to supplement gigahertz RF electrical transmission lines without the characteristic attenuation, induced noise, and distortion associated with long cable lengths are discussed. Wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) capabilites are examined in terms of available wavelengths, hardware, and spacing. Typical RF fiber-optic links at 6-18 GHz are addressed with respect to architecture and electrical and optical characteristics. A global Positioning System (GPS) fiber-optic link is presented.<>
Keywords :
frequency division multiplexing; optical links; radionavigation; satellite relay systems; 6 to 18 GHz; RF optical links; fiber-optic links; global Positioning System; photonic links; satellite relay systems; wavelength division multiplexing; Hardware; Optical attenuators; Optical distortion; Optical fiber cables; Optical fiber communication; Optical noise; Power cables; Radio frequency; Transmission lines; Wavelength division multiplexing;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
