Abstract
This work presents a novel wavelength conversion scheme, differential cross-polarization modulation (DXPoM), using an extra birefringence delay to enhance the performance of the conventional cross-polarization modulation. Simulation and experimental results confirm that the predicted performance is enhanced. Using the proposed scheme improves rise time by over 300%, reduces timing jitter by 50%, and increases extinction ratio by 9%.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1683-1685 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | IEEE Photonics Technology Letters |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 2005 |
Keywords
- Birefringence
- Frequency conversion
- Semiconductor optical amplifiers (SOAs)
- Wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM)