Title :
Long-term planning of optical networks
Author :
Gryseels, M. ; Demeester, P. ; Van Parys, W. ; Arijs, P.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Inf. Technol., Ghent Univ., Gent, Belgium
Abstract :
We present novel methodologies (based on stochastic traffic modelling, robust and multi-period optimisation) to cope with the fast technological innovations and increasing degree of uncertainty during the long-term planning of optical networks.
Keywords :
optical fibre networks; optimisation; stochastic processes; telecommunication network planning; telecommunication traffic; degree of uncertainty; fast technological innovations; long-term planning; multi-period optimisation; optical networks; robust optimisation; stochastic traffic modelling; Capacity planning; Costs; Delta modulation; Demand forecasting; Electronic mail; Information technology; Investments; Optical fiber networks; Technology planning; Uncertainty;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibit, 2001. OFC 2001
Conference_Location :
Anaheim, CA, USA
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-655-9
