Applications of switch matrices in metro optical networking

K. Grobe

doi:10.1117/12.434439

26 July 2001 Applications of switch matrices in metro optical networking

K. Grobe

Proceedings Volume 4527, Technologies, Protocols, and Services for Next-Generation Internet; (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.434439
Event: ITCom 2001: International Symposium on the Convergence of IT and Communications, 2001, Denver, CO, United States

Abstract

Transparent optical networks are replacing SONET/SDH in metropolitan and regional areas. They must offer protection, switching/routing, and performance monitoring capabilities. These functionalities can be provided by optical switching matrices that switch either fibers, groups of wavelengths, or single wavelengths. These switches can be used for rapid fiber or service provisioning, and for enhanced networking functionalities. Several applications are discussed hereinafter. Examples are fiber cross connects, flexible optical add/drop multiplexers, shared optical protection rings, and shared performance monitoring.

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K. Grobe "Applications of switch matrices in metro optical networking", Proc. SPIE 4527, Technologies, Protocols, and Services for Next-Generation Internet, (26 July 2001); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.434439

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