Nec corporation (20240348338). LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING DEVICE AND LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING METHOD simplified abstract
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LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING DEVICE AND LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING METHOD
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LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING DEVICE AND LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240348338 titled 'LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING DEVICE AND LIGHT MULTIPLEXING/DEMULTIPLEXING METHOD
The light multiplexing/demultiplexing device described in the abstract consists of several key components:
- A first demultiplexer separates an inputted first wavelength-multiplexed signal light into two signal lights of different wavelength bands.
- A first amplifier boosts the power of one of the separated signal lights.
- A light processor processes the amplified signal light along with another signal light of the same wavelength band to generate a new signal light.
- A first multiplexer combines the new signal light with the other separated signal light from the first demultiplexer.
Key Features and Innovation: - Demultiplexing of wavelength-multiplexed signal light - Amplification of specific signal light - Processing of signal lights to generate a new signal - Multiplexing of processed signal with other signal lights
Potential Applications: - Optical communication systems - Fiber optic networks - Data transmission technologies
Problems Solved: - Efficient separation and processing of multiple wavelength signals - Amplification of specific signals for improved transmission - Multiplexing of processed signals for enhanced data transfer
Benefits: - Enhanced signal processing capabilities - Improved data transmission efficiency - Optimal power distribution among signal lights
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Optical Communication Systems This technology can be utilized in telecommunications companies, data centers, and research institutions for developing high-speed and reliable communication networks.
Prior Art: Prior research in the field of optical signal processing and wavelength division multiplexing can provide valuable insights into similar technologies and advancements.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research in optical amplification techniques and signal processing algorithms can contribute to further advancements in this technology.
Questions about Light Multiplexing/Demultiplexing Device: 1. How does the first demultiplexer separate the inputted wavelength-multiplexed signal light? 2. What are the potential challenges in optimizing the gain of the first amplifier for different types of signal lights?
Original Abstract Submitted
the light multiplexing/demultiplexing device comprises: a first demultiplexer that demultiplexes an inputted first wavelength-multiplexed signal light into a first signal light of a first wavelength band and a second signal light of a second wavelength band and outputs the first and the second signal light; a first amplifier that amplifies the second signal light from the first demultiplexer; a light processor that, based on the inputted second signal light and an inputted third signal light of the second wavelength band, outputs a fourth signal light; and a first multiplexer that multiplexes the fourth signal light with the first signal light from the first demultiplexer, further, the gain of the first amplifier is set such that the difference between power of the first signal light outputted from the first multiplexer and power of the fourth signal light outputted from the first multiplexer is equal to or less than a predetermined value.
