The book gives an in-depth description of the key devices of current and nextgeneration fibre optic communication networks. In particular, the book coversdevices such as semiconductor lasers, optical amplifiers, modulators, wavelength filters, and detectors but the relevant properties of optical fibres as well. The presentations include the physical principles underlying the various devices, the technologies used for the realization of the different devices, typical performance characteristics and limitations, and development trends towards more advanced components are also illustrated. Thus the scope of the book spans relevant principles, state-of-the-art implementations, the status of current research and expected future components. Comprehensive survey of fibre optic devices. Covers the major developmentsin fibre optic devices and networks. Integrates physics and technology of fibre optics components and devices. A reference work for researchers, engineers and graduate students alike. INDICE: Introduction. Optical Fibres. Edge Emitting Lasers & VCSELs. Ultrafast Semiconductor Laser Sources. (Widely) Tuneable Laser Diodes. Modulators. Photodetectors. Wavelength-Selective Devices. Passive Optical Components. Fibre Amplifiers. Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers. All-Optical Signal Processing.Transceivers for FTTX Networks. Silicon Lasers and Photonic Integrated Circuits.
- ISBN: 978-3-642-20516-3
- Editorial: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 500
- Fecha Publicación: 01/09/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés