Title :
Economic benefits of transparent OXC networks as compared to long systems with OADMs
Author :
Chiu, Angela ; Yu, C.
Author_Institution :
Celion Networks, Tinton Falls, NJ, USA
Abstract :
Quantitative analysis shows that a transparent OXC network provides only up to 5% improvements in cost savings as compared to long systems with OADMs. Other unique advantages for transparent networks need to be proven-in before they are widely adopted.
Keywords :
optical fibre networks; optical switches; telecommunication network planning; wavelength division multiplexing; OADM; economic benefits; network cost savings; transparent OXC networks; All-optical networks; Lasers and Electro-Optics Society; Network topology; Optical add-drop multiplexers; Optical fiber networks; Optical switches; Spine; Telecommunication traffic; Wavelength division multiplexing; Wideband;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communications Conference, 2003. OFC 2003
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-746-6
DOI :
10.1109/OFC.2003.1248305
