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Khulna University
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Khulna University.
Abstract
This paper investigates the performance of a Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM)-based
Free Space Optics (FSO) communication system. The system combines multiple optical channels
and transmits them over an atmospheric medium. The setup, developed in OptiSystem, integrates
key optical components such as pseudo-random bit sequence generators, NRZ pulse generators,
Mach-Zehnder modulators, and an FSO channel. The results demonstrate the system's robustness
against attenuation and beam divergence, emphasizing its feasibility for high-speed, wireless
optical communication applications.
1. Introduction
The increasing demand for high-speed wireless communication has driven the adoption of Free
Space Optics (FSO) technology, which provides a cost-effective, high-capacity alternative to
traditional fiber optics. Integrating Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) with FSO
enhances the data rate by transmitting multiple optical channels over the same free-space path.
This paper presents a simulation-based performance evaluation of a WDM-FSO system
implemented in OptiSystem.
2. System Architecture
The proposed WDM-FSO communication system comprises the following major components:
● Pseudo-Random Bit Sequence Generator: Generates random binary sequences for data
transmission.
● NRZ Pulse Generator: Converts binary sequences into electrical signals using
Non-Return-to-Zero (NRZ) encoding.
● CW Laser: Provides continuous wave optical carriers at wavelengths 1550 nm and 1580
nm, each with 20 dBm power.
● Mach-Zehnder Modulator: Modulates the CW laser with electrical data signals.
● WDM Multiplexer/Demultiplexer: Combines and separates multiple optical channels
based on their wavelengths.
● FSO Channel: Transmits optical signals over a free-space path with a 1 km range, 10
dB/km attenuation, and 1 mrad beam divergence.
● Optical Receivers: Detect optical signals and convert them back into electrical signals.
● BER Analyzer: Measures the bit error rate (BER) for performance evaluation.
3. Simulation Setup:
Two independent data channels at wavelengths 1550 nm and 1560 nm are multiplexed using a
WDM multiplexer, transmitted through the FSO channel, and demultiplexed at the receiver.
4. Results and Discussion:
The BER analyzer at the receiver evaluates the error rate for each channel under the simulated
conditions. Both channels exhibit minimal BER, demonstrating the system's capability to
maintain high data integrity despite atmospheric impairments.
The optical spectrum analyzers confirm minimal spectral distortion across the transmission path.
The WDM multiplexer and demultiplexer operate effectively, ensuring accurate wavelength
separation and minimal cross-channel interference.
The attenuation (10 dB/km) and beam divergence (1 mrad) impose challenges on the optical
beam's power and alignment. However, the high-power CW lasers (20 dBm) and robust receiver
design mitigate these effects, ensuring successful signal recovery at the receiver end.
5. Conclusion
This study presents the design and simulation of a Wavelength Division Multiplexing
(WDM)-based Free Space Optical (FSO) communication system capable of high-speed data
transmission. Using OptiSystem software, the system integrates essential components like
Mach-Zehnder modulators, WDM multiplexers/demultiplexers, and an FSO channel to achieve
dual-channel communication at 10 Gbps per channel. Despite challenges such as free-space
attenuation (10 dB/km) and beam divergence (1 mrad), the system effectively maintained low bit
error rates (BER) and ensured signal integrity.
The use of high-power Continuous Wave (CW) lasers played a significant role in overcoming
attenuation, while optical spectrum analyzers verified the efficient channel separation and
reduced crosstalk achieved by the WDM components. These results highlight the ability of
WDM to enhance spectral efficiency and system throughput, demonstrating its suitability for
next-generation optical communication networks.
This research underscores the potential of WDM-FSO systems to support scalable, high-speed
communication. Future work could explore advanced modulation formats, adaptive beam
alignment, and error correction techniques to further improve performance under dynamic
atmospheric conditions. Overall, the system provides a strong foundation for developing robust
and efficient optical communication solutions to meet the growing demand for high-speed
wireless data transmission.
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