On the Effect of FWM in Coherent Optical OFDM Systems

Bernhard Goebel, Bertram Fesl, Leonardo D. Coelho, Norbert Hanik

2008 · 37 citations · 6 references

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Abstract

We derive the channel capacity of CO-OFDM systems limited by FWM. Simulations confirm that Peak-to-Average-Power-Ratio reduction techniques are suitable for FWM mitigation. These techniques can utilize the decreased capacity to significantly increase the system reach.

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