S-BVT for next-generation optical metro networks: benefits, design and key enabling technologies
| Main Authors: | Svaluto Moreolo, Michela, Fàbrega, Josep Ma., Nadal, Laia |
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| Format: | Proceeding Journal |
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, 2017
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| Online Access: |
https://zenodo.org/record/461956 |
Daftar Isi:
- This work elaborates on: i) why the sliceable bandwidth variable transceiver (S-BVT) represents a key enabler for next-generation optical metro networks; ii) how it should be designed to take benefit of its capabilities and advanced features; and iii) which are the promising technologies to be adopted addressing the most relevant requirements and challenges. Specifically, S-BVT architectures based on multicarrier modulation and flexi-grid technologies, adopting cost-effective optoelectronic front-ends, enable flexible adaptation to dynamic traffic and variable path condition, targeting high capacity and scalability, while saving network resources and costs. Programmability and modularity are envisioned for integration in software-defined optical metro networks.
- Grant numbers : This work has been supported by the Spanish DESTELLO project TEC2015-69256-R.