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Measurement of the complex polarization mode dispersion vector using Jones matrix analysis
Trung Do1, Hui Dong, Ping Shum
1School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. trungtdo@pmail.ntu.edu.sg
Applied Optics
|February 7, 2007
Summary
A new method analyzes polarization mode dispersion (PMD) in optical systems. It calculates the complex PMD vector using Jones matrices measured at two wavelengths.
Area of Science:
- Optics and Photonics
- Optical Engineering
Background:
- Polarization mode dispersion (PMD) is a significant impairment in optical fiber communication systems.
- Understanding and quantifying PMD is crucial for maintaining signal integrity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and present a novel method for calculating the complex polarization mode dispersion (PMD) vector.
- To analyze the PMD characteristics of a nondepolarizing optical system.
Main Methods:
- The proposed method involves measuring two Jones matrices of the optical system.
- These measurements are taken at two distinct wavelengths.
- The complex PMD vector is then calculated from these matrix measurements.
Main Results:
- A new, accurate method for complex PMD vector calculation is demonstrated.
- The analysis provides insights into the PMD of nondepolarizing optical systems.
Conclusions:
- The presented technique offers an effective way to characterize PMD.
- This method aids in mitigating PMD-induced signal degradation in optical systems.
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