Abstract
We present a novel wavelength conversion scheme that exploits Cross Gain Modulation (XGM) in Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers (SOAs) without overall pattern effects. This technique uses two signals with reversed intensity modulation and different wavelength to exploit propagation and gain compression dynamics in gainsaturated SOAs at almost constant overall input power. The resulting Cross Gain Compression (XGC) mechanism between co-propagating waves can lead to all-optical waveform reshaping. By using this technique we experimentally demonstrate enhanced wavelength conversion by XGM at 10 Gb/s.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | First International Conference on Communications and Networking in China, ChinaCom '06, 25-27 October 2006, Beijing |
Place of Publication | Piscataway |
Publisher | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers |
Pages | 1-5 |
ISBN (Print) | 1424404630, 9781424404636 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 1st International Conference on Communications and Networking in China (ChinaCom 2006) - Beijing, China Duration: 25 Oct 2006 → 27 Oct 2006 Conference number: 1 |
Conference
Conference | 1st International Conference on Communications and Networking in China (ChinaCom 2006) |
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Abbreviated title | ChinaCom 2006 |
Country/Territory | China |
City | Beijing |
Period | 25/10/06 → 27/10/06 |