RF Photonic Technology in Optical Fiber Links

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title RF Photonic Technology in Optical Fiber Links
Authors and Contributors      Edited by William S. C. Chang
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:424
Dimensions(mm): Height 242,Width 168
Category/GenreOptics
Electrical engineering
ISBN/Barcode 9780521037082
ClassificationsDewey:621.38275
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 12 Tables, unspecified; 3 Halftones, unspecified; 220 Line drawings, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 14 May 2007
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

In many applications, radio frequency (RF) signals need to be transmitted and processed without being digitalized. Optical fiber provides a transmission medium in which RF modulated optical carriers can be transmitted and distributed with very low loss, making it more efficient and less costly than conventional electronic systems. This volume presents a review of RF photonic components, transmission systems, and signal processing examples in optical fibers from leading academic, government, and industry scientists working in this field. It also introduces the reader to various related technologies such as direct modulation of laser sources, external modulation techniques, and detectors. The text is aimed at engineers and scientists engaged in the research and development of optical fibers and analog RF applications. With an emphasis on design, performance and practical application, this book will be of particular interest to those developing systems based on this technology.

Author Biography

William S. C. Chang is an Emeritus Professor of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of California at San Diego, where he founded the electronic device and materials group.