Abstract
This paper summarizes recent work on a hierarchical ring-based network architecture (Hi-Ring) for datacentre and short-range applications. The architecture allows leveraging benefits of optical switching technologies while maintaining a high level of connection granularity. We discuss results of optical switching in the various physical dimensions incorporated in the hierarchical nodes and we discuss recent results on global synchronisation of nodes in a ring topology.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of ICTON 2016 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Publisher | IEEE |
Publication date | 2016 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-1-5090-1467-5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2016 |
Event | 18th International Conference on Transparent Optical Networks - Trento, Italy Duration: 10 Jul 2016 → 14 Jul 2016 Conference number: 18 |
Conference
Conference | 18th International Conference on Transparent Optical Networks |
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Number | 18 |
Country/Territory | Italy |
City | Trento |
Period | 10/07/2016 → 14/07/2016 |
Keywords
- Ring network
- Optical switching
- Datacentre networks
- TDM synchronisation