Optoelectronic Line Transmission: An Introduction to Fibre Optics presents a basic introduction as well as a background reference manual on fiber optic transmission.
The book discusses the basic principles of optical line transmission; the advantages and disadvantages of optical fibers and optoelectronic signalling; the practical applications of optoelectronics; and the future of optoelectronics. The text also describes the theories of optical line transmission; fibers and cables for optical transmission; transmitters including light-emitting diodes and lasers; and receivers including photodiodes. The use of waveguides, couplers, connectors and repeaters in optical line transmission; the role of optical fibers in communication systems; and optoelectronic test techniques are also considered.
The book concludes by discussing the trends and the future of optoelectronic line transmission and the increased use of microelectronics in the industry and military.
Practising electronic and telecommunications engineers, technicians and readers and students of communications technology will find the book invaluable.
Inhalt
Preface
Acknowledgments
1 Introduction
Background
Basic Principles of Optical Line Transmission
Advantages of Optical Fibers and Optoelectronic Signaling
Disadvantages of Optical Fibers and Optoelectronic Signaling
Practical Applications of Optoelectronics
The Future of Optoelectronics
2 Theory
Snell's Law
Acceptance Angle
Numerical Aperture
Modes
Optical Power and Power Density
Optical Fiber Input Power
Dispersion Losses
Chromatic Dispersion
Optical Transitions in Semiconductors
Usable Bandwidth of Optoelectronic Transmission Systems
Cut-Off Frequency of an Optical Fiber
Fiber Bandwidth
Modulation and Demodulation of the Sub-Carrier
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Types of Mixers
Types of Multiplexing
3 Fibers and Cables
Single-Mode Fiber
Multimode Fiber
Manufacturing Processes and Designs of Optical Waveguides
Cable Characteristics and Specifications
Optical Fiber Cable Design
Types of Cable
Installation of Optical Fiber Cables
4 Transmitters - Light Emitting Diodes and Lasers
Conversion of Electrical Energy into Light Waves
Light Emitting Diodes
Types of LED
Laser Diodes
Main Types of Laser Diodes
Laser Diodes in the 1300 and 1600 NM Region
5 Receivers - Photodiodes
Conversion of Light Waves Into Electrical Energy
Design Characteristics of an Optical Receiver
The PIN Photodiode
Avalanche Photodiodes
6 Waveguides, Couplers, Connectors and Repeaters
Coupling Optical Fiber Components and Systems
Connectors
Fiber Jointing Techniques
Enclosures and Containers
Repeaters and Generators
Multiport Couplers
7 Communication Systems
Long Distance Networks
Local Networks
Considerations in Designing an Optical Fiber Cable System
Digital and Analog System Designs
8 Optoelectronic Test Techniques
Production Testing
Field Testing
Future Developments
9 Conclusion - The Future
Development Trends
Industry
Military
References
Index