Optical Communications Laboratory (OptComLab)

The Optical Communications Laboratory explores innovative solutions to enhance the capacity, efficiency, and functionality of optical fiber systems and networks. Its research spans fundamental modeling, system and subsystem design and optimization, performance monitoring, and the development of advanced photonic technologies for future optical infrastructures.

Keywords:Ultra-wideband optical transmission, Optical performance monitoring (OPM), Joint communication and sensing, Passive Optical Networks (PON), Intra-data center interconnects

Contact E-mail:det.OptComLab@polito.it

Position: Polito Maps

Research topics:

• Modeling and design of ultra-wideband optical fiber transmission systems  
• Optical Performance Monitoring (OPM)   
• Joint Communication and Sensing over deployed fiber optic networks  
• Hollow Core Fibers Networks and Systems 
• Next-generation optical access networks, and specifically ultra-high speed Passive Optical Networks (PON) for FTTH and fronthauling  
• VCSEL-based high-capacity systems over MMF for intra-data center interconnects   
• Optimization of SMF-based coherent Short-Reach systems  
• Design and optimization of Photonic Integrated Circuits for Optical Communication System 
• Design, modelling and simulations of optical amplifiers,  fiber lasers and laser materials

Available services:  

• Numerical modelling and design of optical transmission and sensing systems and devices 
• Consulting services for companies on international standards in the field of optical networks and optical devices