Multi-beam free-space optical link using space-time coding

J. A. Anguita, M. A. Neifeld, B. V. Vasic

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Abstract

We demonstrate the performance advantage of multi-beam terrestrial free-space optical communication links over single-beam links in the presence of strong optical turbulence. We adapt a space-time block code proposed for RF wireless systems to be used with intensity-modulated optical signals, and find that significant signal-to-noise ratio gains are obtained by using a four-beam link over a single-beam link with the same total electrical power.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2006 International Waveform Diversity and Design Conference, WDD 2006 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1-4
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9781538648483
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 21 2006
Event2nd International Waveform Diversity and Design Conference, WDD 2006 - Lihue, United States
Duration: Jan 22 2006Jan 27 2006

Publication series

Name2006 International Waveform Diversity and Design Conference, WDD 2006 - Proceedings
Volume2018-January

Other

Other2nd International Waveform Diversity and Design Conference, WDD 2006
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLihue
Period1/22/061/27/06

Keywords

  • Optical communications
  • atmospheric turbulence
  • free-space optics
  • multiple-input multiple-output
  • space-time coding

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Signal Processing
  • Instrumentation

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