Abstract:This paper proposes dimensioning models for transport network nodes taking into consideration the multiplexing/grooming architecture. The models are suitable for multiperiod planning and assume node architectures with different levels of flexibility. Fixed architectures are based on muxponder modules whereas flexible architectures comprise an electrical cross connect (EXC). Within the flexible architectures, non-blocking EXC and partial non-blocking EXCs architectures are considered. Importantly, the models al… Show more
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