Title :
Ultra high density and long haul transmissions
Author_Institution :
OFS, Holmdel, NJ, USA
Abstract :
This paper reviews the recent advances in high spectral density, high-capacity and long-haul transmission technologies for terrestrial optical networks. It explains design and limitations, and discusses technical challenges for next-generation transparent optical networks.
Keywords :
optical communication equipment; optical design techniques; optical fibre networks; wavelength division multiplexing; high spectral density; long haul transmission; terrestrial optical networks;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communication Conference, 2004. OFC 2004
Conference_Location :
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-772-5
