Thomas Schlipf


Design, simulation and integration of control mechanisms for reconfigurable/dynamic optical components in PLC and hybrids technology

Alcatel (1999-2003)

Research Engineer: Thomas Schlipf
Sponsor: Alcatel
Academic Supervision: Dr David Cumming, University of Glasgow

Dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) is a technique that multiplies the data communications capacity of the fibre-optic cables that form the backbone of modern fixed and mobile telecommunications networks.

Demand for dynamic integrated optical components has also emerged. Functions such as switching, routing and filtering, traditionally performed by electronics, are now being incorporated into the optical layer. New component innovations using different technologies such as planar lightwave circuits (PLC) and microelectromechanical systems, promise to bring cost-effective, tuneable and variable devices to facilitate large-scale, real-time configuration of metro and long-haul networks.

The objective of the research project is to investigate issues associated with the design, simulation and integration of complex control mechanisms for reconfigurable/dynamic optical components. This includes the creation of dynamic system models, device characterisation, control law design as well as exploring new design methodologies for effective integration of the control mechanisms into DSP systems.

The thesis was submitted in February 2004 and the student graduated in July 2004. He is employed by Bosch Engineering GmbH.

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