A hybrid approach combining OFC and FSO for multichannel connectivity
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Iqra Khalil
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Romana Shahzadi
Abstract
This paper presents a novel approach of establishing a multichannel optical communication link, combining optical fiber cable (OFC) and free space optics (FSO) technology. By leveraging multiple lengths of optical fiber and FSO links, along with optical amplifiers to counteract attenuation, our proposed hybrid system incorporates four channels operating within the 1550 nm window. This model is specifically designed to address communication challenges in scenarios such as unplanned urban layouts, multistory buildings, or rugged terrains where traditional optical fiber deployment is impractical. By integrating FSO for the fronthaul and optical fiber for the backhaul, our system enhances transmission capacity, thereby supporting the requirements of next-generation networks and alleviating bottlenecks and connectivity issues at the last or first mile. This innovative approach holds promise for internet service providers, enterprises, and industrial networks operating in demanding environments. Furthermore, it can serve as a vital tool for restoring emergency communication links in the aftermath of disasters such as earthquakes or floods, where traditional wired optical infrastructure may be compromised.
Funding source: ASR & TD
Award Identifier / Grant number: UET/ASR&TD/RG-357
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Research ethics: Not applicable.
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Author contributions: Iqra Khalil – simulations/writeup, Kanza Noor – simulations/writeup, Farhan Qamar – supervised, Romana Shahzadi – paper organization & proof reading.
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Competing interests: Not applicable.
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Research funding: The work is financially supported by the department of Advanced Studies & Research Center, UET Taxila under grant no. UET/ASR&TD/RG-357.
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Data availability: Not applicable.
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- Frontmatter
- Amplifiers
- Comparative study of single pump all optical fiber amplifiers (POAs) with ultra wide band and high gain fiber optic parametric amplifiers in highly nonlinear fibers
- Dense wavelength division multiplexing scheme based on effective distributed inline light fiber Raman amplifier configuration
- Four wave mixing, average amplified spontaneous emission, and channel spacing effects on the optical transceiver systems based on multi pumped Raman amplifiers
- High efficient net gain and low noise figure based vertical cavity semiconductor optical amplifiers for wavelength division multiplexing applications
- Hybrid pumped laser sources based hybrid traveling wave SOA and optical EDFA amplifies for signal quality improvement
- Devices
- 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
- Fibers
- Investigation of hybrid chalcogenide photonic crystal fiber for MIR supercontinuum generation and optical communication
- Verified of leakage loss, birefringence, nonlinear parameters and total number of modes in silica/silica doped and plastic fibers for fiber system efficiency improvement
- Total losses and dispersion effects management and upgrading fiber reach in ultra-high optical transmission system based on hybrid amplification system
- Various graded index plastic optical fiber performance signature capability with the optimum dispersion control for indoor coverage applications
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- Optically injected quantum dot lasers and its complex dynamics
- Light emitting diode and laser diode system behaviour description and their performance signature measurements
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- High modulation effects on hybrid optical fiber links and OWC Channel based on optical DP-QSK transceiver systems
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- Retraction
- Retraction of: 76 articles published in Journal of Optical Communications
