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The z-transform is a fundamental tool in digital signal processing, enabling the analysis of discrete-time systems through its various properties. It is an invaluable tool for analyzing discrete-time systems, offering a range of properties that simplify complex signal manipulations. One fundamental property is linearity. For any two discrete-time signals, the z-transform of their linear combination equals the same linear combination of their individual z-transforms. This property is essential...
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    A new general optical discrete z transform (GOD-ZT) algorithm generalizes conventional transforms. A tunable GOD-ZT processor, demonstrated via an optical discrete Fourier transform (ODFT) processor, shows potential for optical spectrum analysis and demultiplexing.

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    • Conventional discrete transforms are fundamental in signal processing.
    • Generalizing these transforms can lead to more versatile processing capabilities.
    • Optical implementations offer advantages in speed and bandwidth.

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    • To present a generalized discrete z transform algorithm (GOD-ZT).
    • To synthesize a tunable general optical discrete z transform (GOD-ZT) processor.
    • To demonstrate the GOD-ZT processor's capabilities through an optical discrete Fourier transform (ODFT) processor.

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