Coverage capabilities of a multi-wavelength passive optical network architecture

K. Yiannopoulos, E. Varvarigos, V. Katopodis, K. Christodoulopoulos, I. Lazarou, P. Bakopoulos, H. Avramopoulos, D. Klonidis, I. Tomkos, P. Dimos, G. Heliotis

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Abstract

We present a coverage capability analysis for a multi-wavelength passive optical network architecture that is designed for supporting broadband xDSL access. The analysis takes into account the physical layer impairments of optical fibers and components and, via extensive simulations, provides results concerning the reach that can be obtained and the number of wavelengths that can be utilized. Given the physical layer study results, we evaluate the applicability of the proposed scheme in real networking topologies and determine the number of end-users that can be served and the line rates they can enjoy for nine application scenarios in rural, semi-urban, urban and dense urban areas. Our results show that the proposed architecture is perfectly suitable for attaining the 2020 Digital Agenda objectives in terms of penetration and end-user bandwidth.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2014 IEEE 19th International Workshop on Computer Aided Modeling and Design of Communication Links and Networks
EditorsNikos Passas, George Koudouridis, Ozgur B. Akan, Burak Kantarci
Place of PublicationPiscataway NJ USA
PublisherIEEE, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Pages51-55
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781479957255
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014
Externally publishedYes
EventIEEE International Workshop on Computer Aided Modeling and Design of Communication Links and Networks 2014 - Athens, Greece
Duration: 1 Dec 20143 Dec 2014
Conference number: 19th
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Conference

ConferenceIEEE International Workshop on Computer Aided Modeling and Design of Communication Links and Networks 2014
Abbreviated titleCAMAD 2014
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityAthens
Period1/12/143/12/14
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Keywords

  • access coverage analysis
  • passive optical networks
  • physical layer study
  • wavelength division multiplexing

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