Abstract
It is concluded that the OSP offers a new and alternative method for manipulating and modifying data in the optical domain. Under certain circumstances during signal processing, a number of signal properties such as wavelength and modulation format can be preserved. Interesting applications can be found in wavelength routed networks in which the OSP can be applied as a wavelength independent access mechanism. Additional experimental research is needed to decide whether these advantages counterbalance the disadvantages of this access mechanism.
| Original language | English |
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| Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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| Award date | 25 Jun 1998 |
| Place of Publication | Enschede |
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| Print ISBNs | 90-365-1140-2 |
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| Publication status | Published - 25 Jun 1998 |