Polarization Mode Dispersion Characterization of Single-Mode Optical Fiber Using Backscattering Technique
Journal of Lightwave Technology, Vol. 16, Issue 10, pp. 1832- (1998)
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Abstract
This paper presents a completely new method able to characterize polarization mode dispersion (PMD) properties of random birefringent single-mode fibers, using polarization sensitive backscattering technique. We show analytical relationships between evolution of polarization state of backscattered signal with respect to state of polarization of forward one. Our technique allows to measure differential group delay, beat length, and correlation length at the same time over long single-mode fibers using only one fiber end. Experimental data fit very well with numerical results, confirming the capability of our technique for fast routine characterization of PMD during cabling, before and after installation.
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Citation
Fabrizio Corsi, Andrea Galtarossa, and Luca Palmieri, "Polarization Mode Dispersion Characterization of Single-Mode Optical Fiber Using Backscattering Technique," J. Lightwave Technol. 16, 1832- (1998)
http://www.opticsinfobase.org/jlt/abstract.cfm?URI=jlt-16-10-1832
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