Mitigating attenuation effects in free-space optics using WDM under variable atmospheric conditions
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Dhrumi Chaudhari
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Sandeep Rajput
Abstract
This research delves into the optimization of wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) within free space optical (FSO) communication systems, aiming to enhance the system’s resilience against atmospheric disruptions. FSO communication, known for its high bandwidth capabilities in unlicensed frequency bands, often encounters reliability issues due to weather-related signal degradation. By integrating a novel WDM-FSO approach, this study seeks to extend the operational range by using switching technique, thereby ensuring consistent and reliable communication. The introduction of a sophisticated switching and fork mechanism is pivotal in this context, facilitating dynamic signal routing and the strategic placement of optical amplifiers to counteract the impact of weather fluctuations and geographical challenges on signal integrity. This system, engineered to support a data transmission rate of 25 Gbps, caters to the needs of applications requiring high bandwidth. Through rigorous performance evaluation based on the Q-factor and BER under various atmospheric conditions, the effectiveness of the WDM-FSO system is demonstrated. The findings are detailed through graphs and tables, providing a comprehensive understanding of the system’s performance. This study makes a significant contribution to the field of wireless optical communication by presenting an optimized WDM-FSO system capable of overcoming weather-related obstacles especially at places where weather conditions are changed very frequently, marking a step forward in establishing more reliable FSO communication networks.
Acknowledgments
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Sandeep Rajput for their invaluable guidance, support, and encouragement throughout the course of this research. Their expertise and insights have been instrumental in shaping the direction and quality of this study.
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Research ethics: Not applicable.
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Author contributions: The authors accept full responsibility for the manuscript’s content and have approved its submission.
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Competing interests: The authors declare that they have no financial interests or connections, direct or indirect, that could be perceived as influencing the research or its interpretation.
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Research funding: None declared.
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Data availability: The corresponding author can provide the raw data upon request.
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- The effect of misalignment on the coupling optics involving laser diode and single-mode triangular index fiber with an upside down tapered hyperbolic microlens on its tip
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