Abstract
A novel method is presented to transport microwave signals over graded-index polymer optical fibre (GIPOF)
networks feeding radio access points in high-capacity wireless LANs. It relies on optical frequency multiplying, by
sweeping a laser wavelength over a number of free spectral ranges of a simple periodic optical filter at the access
points. It enables a cost-effective system implementation, and easy upgrading by offering data signal transparency.
Microwave frequencies at several tens of GHz carrying multi-point digital data signal constellation formats such as
QPSK and QAM are achievable in GIPOF networks with a reach of several hunderds of metres.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of URSI General Assembly |
Publication date | 2002 |
Publication status | Published - 2002 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 27th General Assembly of International Union of Radio Science (URSI) - Maastricht, Netherlands Duration: 17 Aug 2002 → 24 Aug 2002 Conference number: 27 |
Conference
Conference | 27th General Assembly of International Union of Radio Science (URSI) |
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Number | 27 |
Country/Territory | Netherlands |
City | Maastricht |
Period | 17/08/2002 → 24/08/2002 |