Abstract:Reflective Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers (RSOAs) are essential devices for the development of new generation networks that rely on the convergence of optical and RF communications. Despite their proven potential for direct modulation, RSOAs’ electro-optic response is limited by their finite bandwidth, which hinders their employment both for signal amplification and modulation at the data rates envisioned by the target applications. In this paper, we elaborate on exploiting a Birefringent Fiber Loop (BFL) to… Show more
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