OPTICAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

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OPTICAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240267657 titled 'OPTICAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

Abstract: An optical communication system includes a transmission unit that performs error correction encoding on information to be transmitted, and outputs a result of the error correction encoding as an optical signal, an optical coupler that branches the optical signal, and outputs a first and second optical signals, first and second error correction decoding units that each perform error correction decoding on an optical signal, and a communication disconnection detection unit that, upon detection of a disconnection of communication of the first optical signal, notifies, of the disconnection, the second error correction decoding unit. The second error correction decoding unit performs error correction decoding on the second optical signal when a notification of the disconnection has been received. The first error correction decoding unit performs the error correction decoding with a smaller number of iterations than the number of iterations used by the second error correction decoding unit.

Key Features and Innovation:

Error correction encoding and decoding in an optical communication system.
Optical coupler for branching optical signals.
Communication disconnection detection unit for notifying of disconnections.
Different number of iterations used for error correction decoding in the first and second units.

Potential Applications: - Optical communication networks - Data transmission systems - Telecommunication infrastructure

Problems Solved: - Ensuring reliable data transmission in optical communication systems - Detecting and addressing communication disconnections effectively

Benefits: - Improved data transmission accuracy - Enhanced reliability in communication systems - Efficient error correction mechanisms

Commercial Applications: Title: Optical Communication System for Enhanced Data Transmission This technology can be utilized in telecommunications companies, data centers, and network infrastructure providers to improve the efficiency and reliability of data transmission processes.

Prior Art: Researchers can explore prior patents related to error correction encoding and decoding in optical communication systems, as well as technologies for communication disconnection detection.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in error correction algorithms for optical communication systems, as well as innovations in optical signal processing technologies.

Questions about Optical Communication Systems: 1. How does error correction encoding improve data transmission accuracy in optical communication systems? Error correction encoding helps in detecting and correcting errors in transmitted data, ensuring accurate and reliable communication.

2. What role does the communication disconnection detection unit play in maintaining the integrity of optical communication systems? The communication disconnection detection unit identifies when a disconnection occurs in the communication of optical signals, allowing for prompt notification and action to address the issue.

Original Abstract Submitted

an optical communication system includes a transmission unit that performs error correction encoding on information to be transmitted, and outputs a result of the error correction encoding as an optical signal, an optical coupler that branches the optical signal, and outputs a first and second optical signals, first and second error correction decoding units that each perform error correction decoding on an optical signal, and a communication disconnection detection unit that, upon detection of a disconnection of communication of the first optical signal, notifies, of the disconnection, the second error correction decoding unit. the second error correction decoding unit performs error correction decoding on the second optical signal when a notification of the disconnection has been received. the first error correction decoding unit performs the error correction decoding with a smaller number of iterations than the number of iterations used by the second error correction decoding unit.