Schedule

Photonic Integrated QKD

1. 8:00 - 8:30
   M1I.1

   A Chip-Based Quantum Access Network Without Trusted Relays

   Presenter: Feihu Xu, Univ of Science and Technology of China, China

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   I will report our recent efforts towards the construction of a chip-based quantum access network using the measurement-device-independent protocols. This includes the recent experiments on Si chip-based QKD, high-rate QKD, twin-field QKD and all-photonic quantum repeater.Authors: Feihu Xu, Univ of Science and Technology of China
2. 8:30 - 8:45
   M1I.2

   CV-QKD Receiver Platform Based on a Silicon Photonic Integrated Circuit

   Presenter: Yoann Piétri, LIP6 - CNRS - Sorbonne Université, France

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   We report on the characterization of a SiGe PIC-based receiver along with its usage in a Gaussian-modulated coherent state CV-QKD setup. Excess noise measurements lead to secret key rate estimations of 280 kbit/s at 6.9km.Authors: Yoann Piétri, LIP6 - CNRS - Sorbonne Université / Luis Trigo Vidarte, ICFO - Institut de Ciènces Fotòniques, The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology / Matteo Schiavon, LIP6 - CNRS - Sorbonne Université / Philippe Grangier, Université Paris-Saclay, Institut d’Optique Graduate School, CNRS, Laboratoire Charles Fabry / A. Rhouni, LIP6 - CNRS - Sorbonne Université / Eleni Diamanti, LIP6 - CNRS - Sorbonne Université
3. 8:45 - 9:00
   M1I.3

   InP-Based CV-QKD PIC Transmitter

   Presenter: Jennifer Aldama, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques, Spain

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   An InP-based photonic integrated circuit (PIC) transmitter for pulsed Gaussian-modulated coherent-state (GMCS) CV-QKD protocol is presented and characterized. Results show potential asymptotic secret key rates of 0.4 Mbps at 11 km, and up to 2.3 Mbps in back-to-back configuration.Authors: Jennifer Aldama, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques / Samael Sarmiento-Hernández, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques / Sebastian Etcheverry, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques / Ignacio López Grande, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques / Luis Trigo Vidarte, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques / Lorenzo Castelvero, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques / Alberto Hinojosa, VLC / Tobias Beckerwerth, Fraunhofer HHI / Yoann Piétri, Sorbonne Université, CNRS / A. Rhouni, Sorbonne Université, CNRS / Eleni Diamanti, Sorbonne Université, CNRS / Valerio Pruneri, ICFO-Institut de Ciencies Fotoniques
4. 9:00 - 9:15
   M1I.5

   Polarization-Encoded BB84 QKD Transmitter Sourced by a SiGe Light Emitter

   Presenter: Florian Honz, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, Austria

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   We demonstrate a polarization-encoded BB84 transmitter sourced by a SiGe light source and show that such a potentially “all-silicon” QKD scheme can operate well below the QBER threshold at which secret keys can be established.Authors: Florian Honz, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology / Nemanja Vokic, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology / Philip Walther, University of Vienna, Universitat Wien, Wien, Wien, AT, academic / Hannes Hübel, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology / Bernhard Schrenk, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology
5. 9:15 - 9:30
   M1I.4

   Demonstration of Reference Frame Independent Quantum Key Distribution With Integrated Optical Circuits

   Presenter: Kyongchun Lim, ETRI, Korea (the Republic of)

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   Free-space quantum key distribution usually requires limited space and weight. We implement reference frame independent quantum key distribution protocol with chip-scale integrated optical circuits such as laser diode, variable optical attenuator, and polarization beam combiner.Authors: Kyongchun Lim, ETRI / Byung-seok Choi, ETRI / Joong-Seon Choe, ETRI / Ju Hee Baek, ETRI / Minchul Kim, ETRI / Kap-Joong Kim, ETRI / Chun Ju Youn, ETRI

Special Session: Ultra-Stable Frequency Sources and their Future Applications in Telecom I

1. 8:00 - 8:30
   M1A.1

   Large-Scale Fiber Interferometry With Entangled States of Light

   Presenter: Christopher Hilweg, University of Vienna, Austria

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   The combination of low-loss optical fibers and ultra-stable frequency sources enables fiber interferometry on a large-scale with entangled states of light. This opens the door to testing the interplay between quantum physics and relativity.Authors: Christopher Hilweg, University of Vienna / Raffaele Silvestri, University of Vienna / Haocun Yu, University of Vienna / Philip Walther, University of Vienna
2. 8:30 - 9:00
   M1A.2

   Ultra-Stable Interferometry for Seafloor Environmental Monitoring on a Global Scale

   Presenter: Giuseppe Marra, National Physical Laboratory (UK), United Kingdom

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   Abstract not available.Authors: Giuseppe Marra, National Physical Laboratory (UK)
3. 9:00 - 9:30
   M1A.3

   Ultra-Stable Lasers Based on Compact and Portable Fabry-Perot Resonators

   Presenter: Franklyn Quinlan, National Inst of Standards & Technology, United States

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   We review the current state-of-the-art in Hz-level linewidth lasers locked to compact vacuum-gap Fabry-Perot resonators, where laser fractional frequency stability below 10^{-14} is achieved with a resonator volume of less than 10 ml.Authors: Franklyn Quinlan, National Inst of Standards & Technology
4. 9:30 - 10:00
   M1A.4

   Quantum Processors and Networks Powered by Stable Lasers

   Presenter: Mark Saffman, University of Wisconsin-Madison, United States

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   The combination of stable optical frequency sources and cold atoms is enabling new generations of quantum enhanced devices for information processing, sensing, and transmission. Examples will be presented from our work on quantum computing and networking.Authors: Mark Saffman, University of Wisconsin-Madison

SDM Devices and Amplifiers

1. 8:00 - 8:30
   M1B.1

   Scaling Modal Capacity of Fibers by Exploiting Topological Properties of Light

   Presenter: Siddharth Ramachandran, Boston University, United States

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   We describe the phenomenon and applications of topological confinement, a lighttransport mechanism distinct from total-internal reflection that has yielded up to 60 modes over a km with in-fiber intermodal crosstalk as low as -45 dB/km.Authors: Siddharth Ramachandran, Boston University
2. 8:30 - 9:00
   M1B.2

   Structured Light Generation in Multicore or Multimode Fiber Amplifiers

   Presenter: Di Lin, Guangdong University of Technology, China

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   We discuss recent advances in the efficient and controllable generation of structured beams in multicore and multimode fiber amplifiers through the use of a reflective phase-only spatial light modulator as an in-line beam shaping element.Authors: Di Lin, Guangdong University of Technology / Kunhao Ji, University of Southampton / Joel Carpenter, The University of Queensland / Yong-min Jung, University of Southampton / Songnian Fu, Guangdong University of Technology / Yuwen Qin, Guangdong University of Technology / David Richardson, University of Southampton
3. 9:00 - 9:15
   M1B.3

   Modal Gain Equalization of Few-Mode Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers Enabled by Mirrored Mode Exchanges

   Presenter: Tao Xu, Tianjin University, China

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   We propose a six-mode erbium-doped fiber amplifier with significantly reduced differential modal gain (DMG) by mirrored exchanging of the spatial modes for the first time. A DMG of <1.8 dB across the whole C-band is experimentally achieved.Authors: Tao Xu, Tianjin University / Zhiqun Yang, Tianjin University / Yaping Liu, Tianjin University / Qiang Guo, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. / Rui Zhou, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. / Xinhua Xiao, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. / Wenhao Li, FiberHome Telecommunication Technologies Co., Ltd / Wei Li, FiberHome Telecommunication Technologies Co., Ltd / Cheng Du, FiberHome Telecommunication Technologies Co., Ltd / Zhanhua Huang, Tianjin University / Lin Zhang, Tianjin University
4. 9:15 - 9:30
   M1B.4

   Power Efficient Core Pumped Multicore Erbium Doped Optical Fiber Amplifier

   Presenter: Takafumi Ohtsuka, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD., Japan

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   A core pumped 4-core erbium doped optical fiber amplifier with a pump fan-in integrated combiner achieved the highest optical power conversion efficiency of 32.2% among reported C-band multicore erbium doped optical fiber amplifiers.Authors: Takafumi Ohtsuka, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD. / Takahiro Kikuchi, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD. / Takahiro Suganuma, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD. / Takemi Hasegawa, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD. / Hidehisa Tazawa, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD.
5. 9:30 - 10:00
   M1B.5

   Photonic-Lantern-Based MDM Devices

   Presenter: Lars Grüner-Nielsen, DTU Electro, Tech. University of Denmark, Denmark

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   Results for air clad photonic lanterns are presented including new results for a 6-mode photonic lantern. Results for cross talk dynamics in a 1.6 km link versus both time and wavelengths are presented.Authors: Lars Grüner-Nielsen, DTU Electro, Tech. University of Denmark / Neethu Mathew, DTU Electro, Tech. University of Denmark / Michael Galili, DTU Electro, Tech. University of Denmark / Lars Rishøj, DTU Electro, Tech. University of Denmark / Karsten Rottwitt, DTU Electro, Tech. University of Denmark

Circulators, Mode Multiplexers, Dispersion Compensators, Ultrasound and Wavemeters

1. 8:00 - 8:30
   M1C.1

   Polarization-Insensitive Isolators and Circulators on InP Photonics

   Presenter: Yuqing Jiao, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, Netherlands

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   On-chip isolators and circulators are regarded as the last piece of puzzel for photonic integrated circuits. In this talk recent successful demonstration of a polarization insensitive design, compatible with the InP laser process, is presented.Authors: Yuqing Jiao, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven / Rui Ma, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven / Sander Reniers, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven
2. 8:30 - 8:45
   M1C.2

   Fully Passive Integrated-Optic Chromatic Dispersion Compensator and its Use to PAM4 Signal Compensation

   Presenter: Koichi Takiguchi, Ritsumeikan University, Japan

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   We report an integrated-optic chromatic dispersion compensator without any adjustment parts. The compensator comprises two arrayed-waveguide gratings and 100 fixed delay lines and was used to compensate for 80 Gbit/s pulse amplitude modulation signal distortion.Authors: Koichi Takiguchi, Ritsumeikan University
3. 8:45 - 9:00
   M1C.3

   Free-Standing, Microscale, Mode-Selective Photonic Lantern Supported by a Truss Structure

   Presenter: yoav Dana, hebrew university of jerusalem, Israel

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   We design, fabricate and characterize a three-mode selective photonic lantern using 3D waveguides made of photopolymer core and air cladding. Although the waveguides exhibit high index contrast, crosstalk between mode groups measures below -10dB.Authors: yoav Dana, hebrew university of jerusalem / Dan Marom, hebrew university of jerusalem
4. 9:00 - 9:15
   M1C.4

   Fabrication-Tolerant, 2-Mode, 4λ Multiplexer Based on Si Waveguides for Beyond Tbit/s Optical Ethernet

   Presenter: Takeshi Fujisawa, Hokkaido University, Japan

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   A fabrication-tolerant, 2-mode, 4l multiplexer is proposed for beyond Tbit/s optical Ethernet system. Various techniques for strengthening fabrication tolerance are introduced, and a proof-of-concept device is fabricated for Si-photonics platform.Authors: Takeshi Fujisawa, Hokkaido University / Kunimasa Saitoh, Hokkaido University
5. 9:15 - 9:30
   M1C.6

   64-Channel Fiber-Optic Ultrasound Detector Array With High Sensitivity for Photoacoustic Imaging

   Presenter: Anqi Wang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China

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   We present a 64-channel fiber-optic ultrasound detector array with high sensitivity. The sensor can exhibit a NEP of 0.64kPa and a wide bandwidth about 47MHz, which gives a favorable resolution of photoacoustic imaging.Authors: Anqi Wang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Liuyang Yang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Dongchen Xu, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Geng Chen, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Chenhao Dai, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Qizhen Sun, Huazhong University of Science and Technology
6. 9:30 - 9:45
   M1C.7

   Photonic Micro-Ring Tensor Core for Parallel and Shared Batch Processing

   Presenter: jiang yue, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

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   We propose and experimentally demonstrate a batch dimension processing scheme based on the micro-ring weighting bank, which can at least quadruple the computing capability of the photonic tensor core without extra weighting units and power consumption.Authors: jiang yue, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Wenjia Zhang, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Xuying Liu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Zuyuan He, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
7. 9:45 - 10:00
   M1C.5

   Athermal Silicon Photonic Wavemeter With Wide Temperature Range

   Presenter: Brian Stern, Nokia Bell Labs, United States

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   We demonstrate a silicon photonic wavemeter with high accuracy for broadband measurements over a large temperature range of 20-60 C. The integrated wavemeter reaches a mean error of 11 pm over an 80 nm span.Authors: Brian Stern, Nokia Bell Labs / Kwangwoong Kim, Nokia Bell Labs / Harry Gariah, III-V Lab (a joint lab of Nokia Bell Labs, Thales & CEA-LETI) / David Bitauld, III-V Lab (a joint lab of Nokia Bell Labs, Thales & CEA-LETI)

Coherent Technologies for Data Centers

1. 8:00 - 8:30
   M1E.1

   Power Efficient Coherent Detection for Short-Reach System

   Presenter: Hongbin Zhang, Cisco Systems Inc, United States

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   Faster-than-Nyquist QPSK based on symbol-rate DSP can maximize the link loss budget and enable a single laser solution and low-power driver design in 1.6 Tb/s DR4 short-reach systems.Authors: Hongbin Zhang, Cisco Systems Inc
2. 8:30 - 8:45
   M1E.2

   Self-Coherent Transmission Using Metasurface-Based Stokes-Vector Receiver

   Presenter: Go Soma, The University of Tokyo, Japan

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   Stokes-vector receiver with compact metasurface and two-dimensional photodetector array is developed to demonstrate 15-Gbaud 16QAM self-coherent transmission over 25-km single-mode fiber. Surface-normal configuration enables direct coupling to multi-core fibers in the future highly parallelized systems.Authors: Go Soma, The University of Tokyo / Yoshiro Nomoto, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. / Toshimasa Umezawa, National Institute of Information and Communications Technologies / Yuki Yoshida, National Institute of Information and Communications Technologies / Yoshiaki Nakano, The University of Tokyo / Takuo Tanemura, The University of Tokyo
3. 8:45 - 9:00
   M1E.3

   DSP-Free Frequency Stabilized DCI Coherent Fiber Links Operating at 5.4Tbps 15λx90G-16QAM, 330G 72G-32QAM, and 336G 56G-64QAM

   Presenter: Mark Harrington, UCSB, United States

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   We demonstrate a 5.4 Tbps (90G-16QAMx15λ) DSP-free WDM coherent link and compare performance to single-λ 360G 72G-32QAM and 56G-64QAM coherent links over 100m using an integrated coil-resonator-stabilized Brillouin-laser-pumped integrated Kerr-comb.Authors: Mark Harrington, UCSB / Grant Brodnik, UCSB / Andrei Isichenko, UCSB / Kaikai Liu, UCSB / Travis Briles, NIST / Scott Papp, NIST / Daniel Blumenthal, UCSB
4. 9:00 - 9:30
   M1E.4

   Self-Homodyne Coherent Systems for Short-Reach Optical Interconnects

   Presenter: Ming Tang, Huazhong Univ of Science and Technology, China

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   Self-homodyne coherent detection scheme is promising for short-reach optical interconnect for its significantly reduced complexity and compatibility with legacy coherent infrastructure without sacrificing spectral efficiency. Solutions towards practical use are presented here with future perspectives.Authors: Ming Tang, Huazhong Univ of Science and Technology
5. 9:30 - 9:45
   M1E.5

   A 224 Gbps/λ O-Band Coherent Link for Intra-Data Center Applications

   Presenter: Aaron Maharry, UC Santa Barbara, United States

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   We present the first >200 Gbps/λ O-band optical link with integrated transmitter and receiver photonic and electronic ICs. 224 Gbps/λ DP-QPSK transmission is demonstrated below the 3.8×10-3 HD-FEC threshold with 6.8 pJ/bit power consumption.Authors: Aaron Maharry, UC Santa Barbara / Stephen Misak, UC Santa Barbara / Hector Andrade, UC Santa Barbara / Junqian Liu, UC Santa Barbara / Giovanni Gilardi, Intel Corporation / Sean Liao, Intel Corporation / Ansheng Liu, Intel Corporation / Yuliya Akulova, Intel Corporation / Larry Coldren, UC Santa Barbara / James Buckwalter, UC Santa Barbara / Clint Schow, UC Santa Barbara
6. 9:45 - 10:00
   M1E.6

   A 200Gb/s QAM-16 Silicon Photonic Transmitter With 4 Binary-Driven EAMs in an MZI Structure

   Presenter: Arian Hashemi Talkhooncheh, California Institute of Technology, United States

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   A DAC-less 200Gb/s QAM-16 transmitter in a multi-micron silicon-photonics platform using 4 binary-driven SiGe EAMs in an unbalanced MZI is presented. The transmitter exhibits bit-error rates of 3×10-4 and 2.8×10-4 for square and hexagonal constellations.Authors: Arian Hashemi Talkhooncheh, California Institute of Technology / Aaron Zilkie, Rockley Photonics Inc. / Guomin Yu, Rockley Photonics Inc. / Roshanak Shafiiha, Rockley Photonics Inc. / Azita Emami, California Institute of Technology

Complexity Optimized Coding and DSP for Optical Communications

1. 8:00 - 9:00
   M1F.1

   Complexity-Optimized FEC for Optical Communications

   Presenter: Frank Kschischang, University of Toronto, Canada

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   We consider the performance versus complexity tradeoffs achieved by concatenated forward error correction(FEC) in a multi-level coded modulation architecture with outer hard-decoded staircase or zipper codes and innercomplexity-optimized soft-decoded low-density parity-check codes.Authors: Frank Kschischang, University of Toronto
2. 9:00 - 9:15
   M1F.2

   Beyond 200-GBd QAM Signal Detection Based on Trellis-Path-Limited Sequence Estimation Supporting Soft-Decision Forward Error Correction

   Presenter: Masanori Nakamura, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories, Japan

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   We proposed and experimentally demonstrated a trellis-path-limited sequence estimation method combining the log-likelihood ratio from minimum-mean-square-error equalizer-enabled signal detection with soft-decision -FEC decoding under severe bandwidth limitations, achieving 1.35-Tb/s 256-GBd 16QAM and 1.65-Tb/s 208-GBd 64QAM.Authors: Masanori Nakamura, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Hiroki Taniguchi, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Shuto Yamamoto, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Fukutaro Hamaoka, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Munehiko Nagatani, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Teruo Jyo, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Miwa Mutou, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Yuta Shiratori, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Hitoshi Wakita, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Takayuki Kobayashi, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Yutaka Miyamoto, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories
3. 9:15 - 9:30
   M1F.3

   Implementation of a Robust and Power-Efficient Nonlinear 64-QAM Demapper Using in-Memory Computing

   Presenter: Amro Eldebiky, Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany

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   Analog in-memory computing reduces power consumption sacrificing computational accuracy. We implement multiplication-accumulation in resistive RAM accounting for non-idealities (variations, quantization, ADC noise). The floating-point performance is recovered while minimizing power consumption in offline 64-QAM experiments.Authors: Amro Eldebiky, Technical University of Munich (TUM) / Georg Böcherer, Huawei Munich Research Center / Maximilian Schaedler, Huawei Munich Research Center / Stefano Calabrò, Huawei Munich Research Center / Bing Li, Technical University of Munich (TUM) / Ulf Schlichtmann, Technical University of Munich (TUM)
4. 9:30 - 9:45
   M1F.4

   FPGA Implementation of Multi-Layer Machine Learning Equalizer With on-Chip Training

   Presenter: Keren Liu, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden

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   We design and implement an adaptive machine learning equalizer that alternates multiple linear and nonlinear computational layers on an FPGA. On-chip training via gradient backpropagation is shown to allow for real-time adaptation to time-varying channel impairments.Authors: Keren Liu, Chalmers University of Technology / Christian Häger, Chalmers University of Technology / Erik Börjeson, Chalmers University of Technology / Per Larsson-Edefors, Chalmers University of Technology
5. 9:45 - 10:00
   M1F.5

   Area-Efficient Neural Network CD Equalizer for 4x200Gb/s PAM4 CWDM4 Systems

   Presenter: Bo Liu, Technical University of Munich, Germany

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   We use multi-task learning to train a neural network on datasets of multiple wavelengths to mitigate chromatic dispersion. Shared weights allow logic simplification of multipliers. Flexible biases allow a low BER. Results show the neural network equalizer achieves a similar BER compared with a Volterra equalizer with 71% reduction in hardware area.Authors: Bo Liu, Technical University of Munich / Christian Bluemm, Huawei Technologies Duesseldorf GmbH / Stefano Calabrò, Huawei Technologies Duesseldorf GmbH / Bing Li, Technical University of Munich / Ulf Schlichtmann, Technical University of Munich

Survivability and Security

1. 8:00 - 8:30
   M1G.1

   Flexible Survivability in Multi-Band Next-Generation Optical Transport Networks

   Presenter: António Eira, Infinera Corporation, Portugal

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   We evaluate survivable network design options in the scope of C+L long-haul systems with high baud-rate channels. The analysis shows how design margins required for different failure response levels significantly affect resource and cost efficiency.Authors: António Eira, Infinera Corporation / Andre Souza, Infinera Corporation / João Pedro, Infinera Corporation
2. 8:30 - 8:45
   M1G.2

   P4-Based Telemetry Processing for Fast Soft Failure Recovery in Packet-Optical Networks

   Presenter: Carlos Natalino da Silva, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden

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   A novel framework for in-network P4 processing of distributed telemetry data is presented, enabling effective soft failure detection and recovery strategies enforced in just few microseconds.Authors: Filippo Cugini, CNIT / Carlos Natalino da Silva, Chalmers University of Technology / Davide Scano, Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna / Francesco Paolucci, CNIT / Paolo Monti, Chalmers University of Technology
3. 8:45 - 9:00
   M1G.3

   Packet-Optical Differentiated Survivability Implemented by P4 Slices and GNMI Telemetry

   Presenter: Rossano Pinto, UNICAMP, Brazil

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   We demonstrate a packet-optical differentiated survivability mechanism implemented in P4 switches using gNMI telemetry. The controller detects the premium slice interruption and switches it to an alternative path reducing the throughput of the regular slice.Authors: Rossano Pinto, UNICAMP / Kayol Mayer, UNICAMP / Dalton Arantes, UNICAMP / Darli Mello, UNICAMP / Christian Rothenberg, UNICAMP
4. 9:00 - 9:30
   M1G.4

   Enhancement of Network-Cloud Ecosystem Resilience With Openness Disaggregation and Cooperation

   Presenter: Sugang Xu, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), Japan

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   We investigate the problem of enhancing the resilience of future optical network-cloud ecosystems. We introduce new solutions to build disaster-resilient single- and multi-entity network-cloud ecosystems with openness, disaggregation, and cooperation between networks and clouds.Authors: Sugang Xu, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) / Kiyo Ishii, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) / Noboru Yoshikane, KDDI Research, Inc. / Subhadeep Sahoo, University of California, Davis / Sifat Ferdousi, University of California, Davis / Masaki Shiraiwa, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) / Yusuke Hirota, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) / Takehiro Tsuritani, KDDI Research, Inc. / Massimo Tornatore, Politecnico di Milano / Yoshinari Awaji, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) / Shu Namiki, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) / Biswanath Mukherjee, University of California, Davis
5. 9:30 - 9:45
   M1G.5

   An Open Line System With Ultra-Fast Protection Switching for Data Center Interconnect

   Presenter: Chen Zhu, Baidu, China

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   We present a DCI OLS with 5ms ultra-fast protection switching. By optimizing the DSP traffic rebuild time with a magneto-optic switch, we are able to improve the current ITU standard by an order of magnitude.Authors: Juan Wang, Baidu / Yu Jin, Baidu / Chen Zhu, Baidu / Feng Gao, Baidu / Yongxin Cui, Baidu / Gang Cheng, Baidu / Xu Zhou, Baidu
6. 9:45 - 10:00
   M1G.6

   Man-in-the-Middle Attacks Through Re-Shaping I-Q Optical Constellations

   Presenter: Marc Ruiz, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya, Spain

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   A module to re-shape optical constellations making the optical signal resembles as it has traversed some distance is presented. Armed with this module, Main-in-the-Middle attacks can be performed, which could be undetectable by security systems.Authors: Marc Ruiz, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya / Jaume Comellas, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya / Luis Velasco, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya

Optical Signal Processing

1. 8:00 - 8:15
   M1J.1

   Ultra-Wideband Pulse Generation Based on Dispersion-Diversity Multicore Fiber

   Presenter: Mario Ureña Gisbert, Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain

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   We experimentally demonstrate, for the first time, reconfigurable arbitrary waveform generation using a dispersion-diversity heterogeneous multicore fiber by synthesizing a variety of tunable high-order ultra-wideband pulses (up to 7 samples).Authors: Mario Ureña Gisbert, Universitat Politècnica de València / Sergi García Cortijo, Universitat Politècnica de València / Ivana Gasulla Mestre, Universitat Politècnica de València
2. 8:15 - 8:30
   M1J.2

   Power Dissipation Bounds for Photonic Analog to Digital Converters

   Presenter: Callum Deakin, University College London, United Kingdom

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   We present the first power dissipation bounds for a generalised class of photonic analog to digital converters, and estimate their achievable power efficiency compared to conventional electronic designs.Authors: Callum Deakin, University College London / Zhixin Liu, University College London
3. 8:30 - 8:45
   M1J.3

   Wide-Bandwidth, Enhanced-Quality Wireless Signal Detection With Low-Bandwidth Devices

   Presenter: Thomas Schneider, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Germany

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   We discuss a new method for detecting high-bandwidth wireless signals with low-bandwidth electronics. We experimentally demonstrate the detection of 24 GBd-QPSK Nyquist data with 4 GHz electronics and a Q-factor enhancement of 2.2 dB. © 2023 The Author(s)Authors: Mohammed Elsayed, Technische Universität Braunschweig / Janosch Meier, Technische Universität Braunschweig / Younus Mandalawi, Technische Universität Braunschweig / Karanveer Singh, Technische Universität Braunschweig / Paulomi Mandal, Technische Universität Braunschweig / Evans Baidoo, Technische Universität Braunschweig / Ayman Mokhtar, Military Technical college / Thomas Schneider, Technische Universität Braunschweig
4. 8:45 - 9:15
   M1J.4

   Automatic Turbulence Resilience in Self-Coherent Free-Space Optical Communications

   Presenter: Runzhou Zhang, University of Southern California, United States

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   We review the recently reported self-coherent approaches that can enable resilient free- space optical communications using automatic optoelectronic multi-mode mixing.Authors: Runzhou Zhang, University of Southern California / Xinzhou Su, University of Southern California / Hao Song, University of Southern California / Huibin Zhou, University of Southern California / Moshe Tur, Tel Aviv University / Alan Willner, University of Southern California
5. 9:15 - 9:30
   M1J.5

   Photonics-Enabled Nanosecond Scale Real-Time Spectral Analysis With 92-GHz Bandwidth and MHz Resolution

   Presenter: Benjamin Crockett, INRS-EMT, Canada

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   We demonstrate gapless and real-time spectral analysis of broadband waveforms with >250 analysis points per spectrum. The concept is based on a discretization of an electro-optic time-lens to implement a phase modulation equivalent to 206.25p.Authors: Xinyi Zhu, INRS-EMT / Benjamin Crockett, INRS-EMT / Connor Rowe, INRS-EMT / Jose Azaña, INRS-EMT
6. 9:30 - 9:45
   M1J.6

   Photonic Max-Pooling for Deep Neural Networks Using a Programmable Photonic Platform

   Presenter: Farshid Ashtiani, Nokia Bell Labs, United States

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   We propose a photonic max-pooling architecture for photonic neural networks which is compatible with integrated photonic platforms. As a proof of concept, we have experimentally demonstrated the max-pooling function on a programmable photonic platform consisting of a hexagonal mesh of Mach-Zehnder interferometers.Authors: Farshid Ashtiani, Nokia Bell Labs / Mehmet Berkay On, Nokia Bell Labs / David Sanchez-Jacome, iPronics / Daniel Pérez-López, iPronics / S. J. Ben Yoo, University of California Davis / Andrea Blanco-Redondo, Nokia Bell Labs
7. 9:45 - 10:00
   M1J.7

   Combined Parametric and Denoising Passive Amplification by FWM-Based Oversampling and Talbot-Based Decimation

   Presenter: Manuel Fernández, Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS), Canada

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   We present an optical waveform amplification methodology combining parametric and denoising passive amplification through all-fiber oversampling and dispersion-induced decimation. We demonstrate peak-to-peak gains up to 17 dB and effective denoising of MHz-bandwidth optical signals.Authors: Manuel Fernández, Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) / Saket Kaushal, Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) / Benjamin Crockett, Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) / Laureano A. Bulus Rossini, Instituto Balseiro (UnCuyo-CNEA) & Conicet / Pablo A. Costanzo Caso, Instituto Balseiro (UnCuyo-CNEA) & Conicet / Jose Azaña, Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS)

SC433 - Introduction to Photodetectors and Optical Receivers

SC102 - WDM in Long-Haul Transmission Systems

SC160 - Microwave Photonics

SC341 - Sub-carrier Modulation and Superchannels for Terabit-class DWDM Transceivers

SC369 -Hands On:Test and Measurement for Signals with Complex Optical Modulation

SC448 - Evolving Software Defined Optical Network: Architecture and Design Principles

SC452 - FPGA Prototyping for Optical Subsystems

SC453A - Hands-on Fiber Optic Handling, Measurements, and Component Testing

SC454 Hands on: Silicon Photonics Design - Circuits

SC472 - Hands-on: Controlling and Monitoring Optical Network Equipment

SC473 - Photonic Switching Systems

SC483 - Machine Learning in Optical Networks

SC487 - Hands-On: Laboratory Automation and Control using Python (Advanced)

SC513 Data Center Short Links – Link Design, Modeling, Test and Measurements

SC450 - Design, Manufacturing, and Packaging of Opto-Electronic Modules

SC465 - Transmission Fiber and Cables

Data Center Networking and PON Security

1. 10:30 - 11:00
   M2G.1

   Apollo: Large-Scale Deployment of Optical Circuit Switching for Datacenter Networking

   Presenter: Hong Liu, Google LLC, United States

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   Invited

   We describe Apollo, the world’s first large-scale production deployment of optical circuit switches (OCSes) for datacenter networking. We review the underlying hardware technologies including the design of our internally developed OCS and WDM transceivers.Authors: Hong Liu, Google LLC
2. 11:00 - 11:15
   M2G.2

   Field Demonstration of Disaggregated Optical Network Consisting of ZR+ and Coherent Channels Using Power Equalization by Switched Gain Equalization Controlled Amplifiers

   Presenter: sumit chatterjee, Airtel, India

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   We report a field trial of 400G-ZR+ QSFP-DD-DCO and ten coherent channels, interoperating with oFEC between two different vendors. We equalize the power by switched gain equalization controlled amplifers. Field trial is verified by simulations.Authors: sumit chatterjee, Airtel / Deepak Sanghi, Airtel / Praveen Maheshwari, Airtel / Abhishek Anchal, Ribbon Communications / Eyal Lichtman, Ribbon Communications
3. 11:15 - 11:45
   M2G.3

   Hybrid Classical and Quantum Data Centers Using Optical Networks

   Presenter: Richard Murray, ORCA Computing, United Kingdom

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   Invited

   Classical and quantum networks are critical to the short term utility and long term scalability of quantum computers. We present our work embedding and closely integrating quantum within classical data centres for quantum-classical hybrid algorithms.Authors: Richard Murray, ORCA Computing
4. 11:45 - 12:00
   M2G.4

   Branch Identification in Passive Optical Networks Using Machine Learning

   Presenter: Khouloud Abdelli, ADVA, Kiel university, Germany

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   A machine learning approach for improving monitoring in passive optical networks with almost equidistant branches is proposed and experimentally validated. It achieves a high diagnostic accuracy of 98.7% and an event localization error of 0.5mAuthors: Khouloud Abdelli, ADVA, Kiel university / Carsten Tropschug, ADVA / Helmut Griesser, ADVA / Sander Jansen, ADVA / Stephan Pachnicke, Kiel university
5. 12:00 - 12:15
   M2G.5

   Towards Costless Temperature Monitoring Through PLOAM Information in TDMA PON Networks

   Presenter: Borja Vidal, Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain

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   Derivation of environmental temperature from FTTH networks is investigated. Ranging grants in G.984 allows estimation of average temperatures without additional hardware. This information can be valuable in smart cities and early fire warning systemsAuthors: Christian Salgado-Cazorla, Universitat Politècnica de València / Borja Vidal, Universitat Politècnica de València

Innovative QKD Systems

1. 10:30 - 11:00
   M2I.1

   Atomic Clocks Technologies for Twin-Field QKD in Real World

   Presenter: Cecilia Clivati, INRIM, Italy

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   Invited

   We integrate atomic clocks technologies, namely narrow-linewidth lasers and phase-coherent distribution of optical signals over fiber, in a Twin-Field Quantum Key Distribution system in a real world fiber network, and discuss possible improvements in key distribution.Authors: Cecilia Clivati, INRIM / Alice Meda, INRIM / Simone Donadello, INRIM / Marco Genovese, INRIM / Filippo Levi, INRIM / Salvatore Virzì, INRIM / Alberto Mura, INRIM / Mirko Pittaluga, Toshiba Europe Ltd / Zhiliang Yuan, Beijing Academy of Quantum Information Sciences / Andrew Shields, Toshiba Europe Ltd / Marco Lucamarini, University of York / Ivo Degiovanni, INRIM / Davide Calonico, INRIM
2. 11:00 - 11:15
   M2I.2

   High-Rate Continuous-Variable Measurement-Device-Independent Quantum key Distribution

   Presenter: Adnan Hajomer, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark

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   Top Scored

   We report the first continuous-variable measurement-device-independent QKD system generating secret keys at 5 MBaud without frequency and phase locking. We achieve this using a relay structure based on a polarization 90-degree optical hybrid and well-designed DSP.Authors: Adnan Hajomer, Technical University of Denmark / Huy Q. Nguyen, Technical University of Denmark / Tobias Gehring, Technical University of Denmark
3. 11:15 - 11:30
   M2I.3

   Practical High-Speed Gaussian Coherent State Continuous Variable Quantum Key Distribution With Real-Time Parameter Monitoring and Post-Processed Key Distillation

   Presenter: Amanda Weerasinghe, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

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   We demonstrate Gaussian modulated continuous variable quantum key distribution at 50MHz symbol rate. Unlike most demonstrations, we record received signals in real-time and distil keys, producing a record 3Mb/s key rate after 25km transmission.Authors: Amanda Weerasinghe, University of Cambridge / Muataz Alhussein, University of Cambridge / He Li, University of Cambridge / Adrian Wonfor, University of Cambridge / Richard Penty, University of Cambridge
4. 11:30 - 11:45
   M2I.4

   QKD Protocol Over 100 km Long Submarine Optical Fiber Assisted by a System-in-Package Fast-Gated InGaAs Single Photon Detector

   Presenter: Domenico Ribezzo, National Institute of Optics INO-CNR, Italy

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   A QKD link established between Sicily (Italy) and Malta has been utilized to test the performances of a fast-gated InGaAs single photon detector, achieving a fourteen times higher key rate than using a commercial detector.Authors: Domenico Ribezzo, National Institute of Optics INO-CNR / Mujtaba Zahidy, Technical University of Denmark / Antoine Petitjean, National Institute of Optics INO-CNR / Gianmarco Lemmi, National Institute of Optics INO-CNR / Claudia De Lazzari, QTI SRL / Ilaria Vagniluca, QTI SRL / Enrico Conca, Politecnico di Milano / Alberto Tosi, Politecnico di Milano / Tommaso Occhipinti, QTI SRL / Francesco Saverio Cataliotti, Università degli studi di Firenze / Leif Katsuo Oxenløwe, Technical University of Denmark / André Xuereb, University of Malta / Davide Bacco, Università degli studi di Firenze / Alessandro Zavatta, Università degli studi di Firenze
5. 11:45 - 12:00
   M2I.5

   Improvement of Satellite-to-Ground QKD Secret key Rate With Adaptive Optics

   Presenter: Valentina Marulanda Acosta, ONERA, France

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   We demonstrate the gain brought by adaptive optics for space-ground QKD links. Refined modeling of turbulence, adaptive optics and QKD ,including finite-size effects, shows improvement by several orders of magnitude of the secret key rate.Authors: Valentina Marulanda Acosta, ONERA / Daniele Dequal, Italian Space Agency / Matteo Schiavon, LIP6 / Aurélie Bonnefois, ONERA / Caroline Lim, SYRTE / Jean-Marc Conan, ONERA / Eleni Diamanti, LIP6
6. 12:00 - 12:15
   M2I.6

   Secure Unrepeated Fiber Transmission With Quantum Deliberate Signal Randomization on Y-00 Protocol

   Presenter: Fumio Futami, Tamagawa University, Japan

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   We demonstrate security-enhanced 10-Gbit/s PSK Y-00 cipher transmission with deliberate signal randomization driven by a quantum random number generator in a 362 km ultra-low-loss fiber link without optical amplifiers. High security is achieved at high optical powers.Authors: Fumio Futami, Tamagawa University / Ken Tanizawa, Tamagawa University / Kentaro Kato, Tamagawa University / Yuki Kawaguchi, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. / Shin Sato, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.

Special Session: High Performance Networks for Future Data Center and Computing Applications

1. 10:30 - 10:50
   M2A.4

   High-Performance Networks for Disaggregated Systems

   Presenter: Binzhang Fu, Alibaba Cloud, China

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   Invited

   Recently, more and more datacenters are built all over the world to provide the computing power, but most of them are underutilized. To address this problem, disaggregated datacenter architecture has emerged as a potent solution. By taking GPU disaggregation as an example, this talk will present our network design to support this new system architecture.Authors: Binzhang Fu, Alibaba Cloud
2. 10:50 - 11:10
   M2A.3

   High Performance Networks for AI Training

   Presenter: Larry Dennison, NVIDIA Corporation, United States

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   Invited

   AI is being used in “hot” applications such as natural language processing (chat bots), recommendations and image synthesis. Training these AI models can involve thousands of GPUs running for hours to several weeks. Communication patterns differ with the types of models and creates pressure for system specialization. This talk will cover some of the communication patterns and other concerns informing our research into high performance network design.Authors: Larry Dennison, NVIDIA Corporation
3. 11:10 - 11:30
   M2A.2

   High-Performance Optical Networks for ML Workloads

   Presenter: Manya Ghobadi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States

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   Invited

   I will explore three elements of designing high-performance machine learning systems: congestion control, network topology, and computation frequency. I will show that pushing the frontiers of optical networks improves the performance scalability of ML workloads.Authors: Manya Ghobadi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
4. 11:30 - 11:50
   M2A.1

   Reconfigurable Topology in Google’s Datacenter Networks

   Presenter: Rui Wang, Google LLC, United States

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   Invited

   We present a decade of transformation of Google’s Jupiter datacenter networks through Optical Circuit Switch (OCS) enabled reconfigurable topology and Software-Defined Networking (SDN) control for traffic and topology engineering.Authors: Rui Wang, Google LLC
5. 11:50 - 12:10
   M2A.5

   Optical Opportunities in Datacenters Servers – II

   Presenter: Ram Huggahalli, Microsoft Azure Hardware Architecuture, United States

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   Invited

   Increasing range of applications and data growth can drive disaggregated / modular systems with new interconnect technologies. Constraints of electrical interconnects create opportunities for optical technologies. However, wholesale changes to servers are difficult. In this talk, we discuss potential areas where we can start selectively introducing optical connectivity.Authors: Ram Huggahalli, Microsoft Azure Hardware Architecuture

SDM Devices and Systems

1. 10:30 - 11:00
   M2B.1

   Performance Requirements for FIFO-Less Multicore Fibre Repeaters in Transatlantic-Class Transmission

   Presenter: Daniel Elson, KDDI R&D Laboratories, Japan

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   Invited

   We use the extended droop model to evaluate the performance requirements for SDM repeaters in transatlantic systems. The impact of repeater crosstalk on cable capacity is evaluated separately from fibre effects.Authors: Daniel Elson, KDDI R&D Laboratories / Yuta Wakayama, KDDI R&D Laboratories / Noboru Yoshikane, KDDI R&D Laboratories / Takehiro Tsuritani, KDDI R&D Laboratories
2. 11:00 - 11:15
   M2B.2

   10-Spatial-Mode 1300-km Transmission Over 6-LP Graded Index Few-Mode Fiber With 36-ns Modal Dispersion

   Presenter: Kohki Shibahara, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   We demonstrate record-long 10-mode-multiplexed transmission over 1300 km with 6-LP few-mode-fiber with modal dispersion coefficient of 157 ps/km. Modal-dispersion-unmanaged link was built by cyclic mode-group permutation, achieving reduction in modal dispersion accumulation by 82 %.Authors: Kohki Shibahara, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Megumi Hoshi, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Yutaka Miyamoto, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories
3. 11:15 - 11:30
   M2B.3

   Partial MIMO-Based Mode Division Multiplexing Transmission Over the First Field-Deployed 15-Mode Fiber in Metro Scenario

   Presenter: Alberto Gatto, Politecnico di Milano - DEIB, Italy

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   We assess mode division multiplexing transmission based on partial MIMO equalization over 6.1 km of the first deployed 15-mode fiber in L’Aquila, Italy. We demonstrate more than 13- Tb/s throughput with reduced receiver DSP resources.Authors: Alberto Gatto, Politecnico di Milano - DEIB / Paola Parolari, Politecnico di Milano - DEIB / Ruben Luis, National Institute of Information and Comm. Technology (NICT) / Georg Rademacher, National Institute of Information and Comm. Technology (NICT) / Benjamin Puttnam, National Institute of Information and Comm. Technology (NICT) / Robert Emmerich, Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications (HHI) / Colja Schubert, Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications (HHI) / Giuseppe Ferri, Prysmian Group / Frank Achten, Prysmian Group / Pierre Sillard, Prysmian Group / Paolo Martelli, Politecnico di Milano - DEIB / Giammarco Di Sciullo, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Fabio Graziosi, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Andrea Marotta, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Antonio Mecozzi, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Cristian Antonelli, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Pierpaolo Boffi, Politecnico di Milano - DEIB
4. 11:30 - 11:45
   M2B.4

   Mode-Group-Division Multiplexing Over a Deployed 15-Mode-Fiber Cable

   Presenter: Lauren Dallachiesa, Nokia Bell Labs, United States

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   We experimentally demonstrate transmission over a subset of up to 4 spatial modes of a deployed 15-mode Graded-index Fiber Cable.Authors: Lauren Dallachiesa, Nokia Bell Labs / Roland Ryf, Nokia Bell Labs / Nicolas Fontaine, Nokia Bell Labs / Mikael Mazur, Nokia Bell Labs / Haoshuo Chen, Nokia Bell Labs / Pierre Sillard, Prysmian Group / Giuseppe Ferri, Prysmian Group / Frank Achten, Prysmian Group / Andrea Carena, Politecnico di Torino / Antonino Nespola, Fondazione LINKS-Leading Innovation & Knowledge for Society / Andrea Marotta, University of L'Aquila / Antonio Mecozzi, University of L'Aquila / Cristian Antonelli, University of L'Aquila
5. 11:45 - 12:00
   M2B.5

   Long-Haul Unidirectional Transmission Over Weakly-Coupled MCF With Distance-Insensitive Inter-Core Skew Spread

   Presenter: Kohki Shibahara, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories, Japan

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   We demonstrate unidirectional 3000-km transmission over homogeneous step-index weakly-coupled multi-core fiber. Distance-insensitive pulse broadening is obtained by inline core-permutation without any fan-in/fan-out device, enabling inter-core-crosstalk cancellation at 3000 km only with 3-ns-processing window in MIMO-DSP.Authors: Kohki Shibahara, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Megumi Hoshi, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Takashi Matsui, NTT Access Network Service Systems Laboratories / Takayoshi Mori, NTT Access Network Service Systems Laboratories / Kazuhide Nakajima, NTT Access Network Service Systems Laboratories / Yutaka Miyamoto, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories
6. 12:00 - 12:30
   M2B.6

   Impact and Mitigation of Mode-Dependent Gain in Ultra-Long-Haul SDM Systems

   Presenter: Darli Mello, University of Campinas, Brazil

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   Invited

   The effect of mode-dependent gain in ultra-long-haul optical SDM systems with coupled channels is reviewed. Simulation results indicate stringent MDG requirements for future SDM amplifiers. Challenges in MDG estimation are also addressed.Authors: Darli Mello, University of Campinas / Ruby Ospina, University of Campinas / Hrishikesh Srinivas, Stanford University / Karthik Choutagunta, Stanford University / Elaine Chou, Stanford University / Joseph Kahn, Stanford University

Fiber- and Waveguide-Based Sensors

1. 10:30 - 11:00
   M2C.1

   Transforming Subsea Optical Cables Into a Giant Network of Environmental Sensors

   Presenter: Giuseppe Marra, National Physical Laboratory (UK), United Kingdom

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   Invited

   70% of the Earth's surface is water-covered, yet the ocean floor remains mostly unmonitored. We show how ultra-stable interferometry can change this by enabling seafloor cables to be used as arrays of enviromental sensors.Authors: Giuseppe Marra, National Physical Laboratory (UK)
2. 11:00 - 11:15
   M2C.2

   High-Sensitivity Acoustic Impedance Sensing Using Forward Stimulated Brillouin Scattering in Highly Nonlinear Fiber

   Presenter: Keyan Zeng, Huazhong University of Sci. & Tech., China

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   High-sensitivity acoustic impedance sensing has been demonstrated for the first time by using radial acoustic modes induced forward Brillouin scattering in highly nonlinear fiber. The measurement sensitivity has been improved to be 3.83MHz/[kg/(s●mm2)].Authors: Keyan Zeng, Huazhong University of Sci. & Tech. / Liang Wang, Huazhong University of Sci. & Tech. / Ming Tang, Huazhong University of Sci. & Tech. / Deming Liu, Huazhong University of Sci. & Tech.
3. 11:15 - 11:30
   M2C.3

   Sweep-Free Brillouin Optical Correlation Domain Analysis Utilizing Digital Optical Frequency Comb

   Presenter: Huan He, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China

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   We propose and demonstrate a probe sweep-free Brillouin optical correlation domain analysis sensor based on digital optical frequency comb, where acquisitions of Brillouin gain spectrum reach 20 kSa/s at arbitrary position with 10-cm spatial resolution.Authors: Huan He, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Shuyan Chen, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Can Zhao, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Zhiyong Zhao, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Songnian Fu, Guangdong University of Technology / Ming Tang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology
4. 11:30 - 12:30
   M2C.4

   Solid State LIDAR

   Presenter: Toshihiko Baba, Yokohama National University, Japan

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   Tutorial

   Fully nonmechanical solid-state LiDARs are being developed, in particular, on Si photonics platform with OPA, FPA and SLG. They are in the stage of demonstrating real-time LiDAR action. This presentation discusses their perspective.Authors: Toshihiko Baba, Yokohama National University

High Speed EMLs and DMLs

1. 10:30 - 10:45
   M2D.2

   225 Gb/s PAM4 2 km and 10 km Transmission of EMLs With Hybrid Waveguide Structure for 800GbE and 1.6TbE Transceivers

   Presenter: Asami Uchiyama, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Japan

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   Top Scored

   We experimentally demonstrated 10 km transmission of 225 Gb/s PAM4 modulation signal using our developed high-speed EMLs with a hybrid waveguide structure. Clear eye patterns were observed with 5 taps of TDECQ reference equalizer.Authors: Asami Uchiyama, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Shinya Okuda, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Yohei Hokama, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Mizuki Shirao, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Kenichi Abe, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Takeshi Yamatoya, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
2. 10:45 - 11:00
   M2D.3

   200G per Lane Uncooled CWDM Hybrid CMBH-Ridge Electroabsorption Modulated Lasers for 2-km Transmission

   Presenter: Prashanth Bhasker, Broadcom Inc, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   We report uncooled (20-70C) hybrid CMBH-Ridge O-band CWDM EMLs with60 GHz bandwidth (BW). At 112.5GBd PAM4 and 1.1Vpp, 4 dB extinction ratio (ER) and greater than 7 dBm output power is demonstrated over temperatureAuthors: Prashanth Bhasker, Broadcom Inc / Sumeeta Arora, Broadcom Inc / Alex Robertson, Broadcom Inc / Tom McCaully, Broadcom Inc / Adrian Ni, Broadcom Inc / John Johnson, Broadcom Inc
3. 11:00 - 11:15
   M2D.4

   225-Gb/s PAM4 Operation Using Lumped-Electrode-Type EA-DFB Laser for 5- and 10-km Transmission With Low TDECQ

   Presenter: Hideaki Asakura, Lumentum Japan, Inc., Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   Both 5-km and 10-km transmission was demonstrated under 225-Gb/s PAM4 operation using EA-DFB lasers. We confirmed low TDECQ values of 2.0~3.2 dB for 5 km in the CWDM range and 10 km at 1293.5 nm.Authors: Kazuki Nishimura, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Hideaki Asakura, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Syunya Yamauchi, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Takanori Suzuki, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Yoshihiro Nakai, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Yoriyoshi Yamaguchi, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Takeo Kageyama, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Masatoshi Mitaki, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Yuma Endo, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Kazuhiko Naoe, Lumentum Japan, Inc.
4. 11:15 - 11:30
   M2D.5

   4 x 200 Gb/s EML-Array With a Single MQW Layer Stack

   Presenter: Michael Theurer, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute, Germany

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   We demonstrate an EML-array for up to 4x200 Gb/s PAM4 modulation at 45°C. Its single MQW layer stack design allows for low-cost fabrication. The device is optimized for equal performance over four LAN-WDM wavelength channels.Authors: Michael Theurer, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Christoph Kottke, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Ronald Freund, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Felix Ganzer, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Patrick Runge, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Martin Moehrle, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Ute Troppenz, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Ariane Sigmund, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Martin Schell, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute
5. 11:30 - 11:45
   M2D.6

   106-Gbps PAM4 Operation at an Extinction Ratio Above 3.5 dB Using a Conventional Buried-Heterostructure Directly Modulated Laser

   Presenter: Kosuke Shinohara, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   A 106-Gbps PAM4 operation with an extinction ratio above 3.5 dB and TDECQ values of 1.85 and 3.04 dB was demonstrated using a conventional buried-heterostructure directly modulated laser at temperatures of 25 and 55 °C.Authors: Kosuke Shinohara, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Ryosuke Miyagoshi, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Yosuke Suzuki, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Ryoko Suzuki, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Go Sakaino, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Masaaki Shimada, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Keisuke Matsumoto, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
6. 11:45 - 12:15
   M2D.1

   Ultrahigh Speed EA-DFB Lasers Beyond 200 Gbps per Lane

   Presenter: Kazuhiko Naoe, Lumentum Japan, Inc., Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   We describe 224 Gbps-PAM4 uncooled operation by EA-DFB. Moreover, 330.8-Gbps PAM6 (128-Gbaud PAM6), 384 Gbps PAM8 (128-Gbaud PAM8) and 420 Gbps PAM8 (140-Gbaud PAM8) operations by ultrahigh speed EA-DFB are reviewed.Authors: Kazuhiko Naoe, Lumentum Japan, Inc.
7. 12:15 - 12:30
   M2D.7

   10-km Transmission of 106-Gb/s PAM4 With Directly Modulated DFB Lasers in the CWDM Range

   Presenter: Shuhei Ohno, Lumentum Japan, Inc., Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   The 106-Gb/s PAM4 operation of four DMLs in the 1.3-μm CWDM range demonstrated < 2.0 dB TDECQ after 5-km transmission. Clear eye openings and BER below KP4-FEC limit (2.2 × 10−4) were achieved even after 10-km transmission.Authors: Shuhei Ohno, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Masaru Onga, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Takayuki Nakajima, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Akira Nakanishi, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Noriko Sasada, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Shinichi Tanaka, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Ryosuke Nakajima, Lumentum Japan, Inc. / Kazuhiko Naoe, Lumentum Japan, Inc.

Optical Fiber and Device Modelling

1. 10:30 - 10:45
   M2E.1

   Experimental Model of EDFA Spectral Hole Burning for WDM Transmissions Systems

   Presenter: Juliana Tiburcio de Araujo, Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), France

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   We propose an empirical model to characterize the Spectral Hole Burning (SHB) of a chain of 200 EDFA in WDM transmission systems. Then we test it with 300 random input pre-emphases obtaining an average of root-mean-square error down to 0.5 dB.Authors: Juliana Tiburcio de Araujo, Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) / Alexis Carbo Meseguer, Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) / Jean-Christophe Antona, Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN)
2. 10:45 - 11:00
   M2E.2

   Auxiliary Neural Network Assisted Machine Learning EDFA Gain Model

   Presenter: Zhiping Jiang, Huawei Technologies Canada, Canada

    Presentation Details   Paper

   An enhanced EDFA model employing auxiliary neural networks is proposed. Adaptive to different devices, the model reduces the root mean square error from 0.04 to 0.02 dB with significantly less amount of training data.Authors: Jiachuan Lin, Huawei Technologies Canada / Xiang Lin, Huawei Technologies Canada / Zhiping Jiang, Huawei Technologies Canada
3. 11:00 - 11:15
   M2E.3

   Experimental Demonstration of Optical Modulation Format Identification Using SOI-Based Photonic Reservoir

   Presenter: Guillermo von Hünefeld, Fraunhofer HHI, Germany

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We experimentally show modulation format identification of optical signals using silicon-on-insulator (SOI) photonic-integrated-circuit-based reservoir. After 100-km SSMF transmission, we achieve identification of 32 GBd 4QAM, 16QAM, 32QAM and 64QAM signals with up to ~97% accuracy.Authors: Guillermo von Hünefeld, Fraunhofer HHI / Gregor Ronniger, Fraunhofer HHI / Enes Seker, AMO GmbH, AMO GmbH, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DE, other/research / Rijil Thomas, AMO GmbH, AMO GmbH, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DE, other/research / Pooyan Safari, Fraunhofer HHI / Isaac Sackey, Fraunhofer HHI / Md Mahasin Khan, Fraunhofer HHI / Stephan Suckow, AMO GmbH, AMO GmbH, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DE, other/research / Max Lemme, RWTH, Rheinisch-Westfalische Technische Hochschule Aachen, Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DE, academic / David Stahl, ID Photonics GmbH / Colja Schubert, Fraunhofer HHI / Johannes Karl Fischer, Fraunhofer HHI / Ronald Freund, Fraunhofer HHI
4. 11:15 - 11:30
   M2E.4

   KerrNet: Machine Learning to Speed up Exact Nonlinear Variance Computation of Arbitrary Links

   Presenter: Xiaoyan Ye, Nokia bell labs France, France

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   We introduce a new QoT tool handling arbitrary transmission configurations based on neural networks, accelerating exact models for nonlinear variance: the computation time is reduced by six orders of magnitude while accuracy is not compromisedAuthors: Xiaoyan Ye, Nokia bell labs France / Amirhossein Ghazisaeidi, Nokia bell labs France
5. 11:30 - 12:30
   M2E.5

   Modeling of Nonlinear Distortion in Space-Division Multiplexing

   Presenter: Paolo Serena, Universita degli Studi di Parma, Italy

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Tutorial

   We discuss the modeling of nonlinear effects in space-division multiplexing links. We will cover aspects like perturbation theory, the interaction between mode dispersion and the Kerr effect, and Gaussian noise model-based performance predictions.Authors: Paolo Serena, Universita degli Studi di Parma

Machine Learning for System Modeling and Channel Equalization

1. 10:30 - 11:30
   M2F.1

   Digital Twins and Measurement Informed Physical Layer Models

   Presenter: Seb Savory, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Presentation Details

   Tutorial

   Digital coherent transceivers can monitor the state of an optical network, enabling measurement informed physical layer models. After reviewing the measurement capabilities, we cover physics-based and data-driven models, concluding with the requirements for digital twins.Authors: Seb Savory, University of Cambridge
2. 11:30 - 11:45
   M2F.2

   Deep-Learning-Enabled High Electrical-Spectral-Efficiency Direct Detection With Reduced Computation Complexity

   Presenter: Xingfeng Li, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We demonstrate a 50-GBaud complex-valued double-sideband 16-QAM signal transmission over 80-km single-mode fiber with ~64% computational-budget reduction in field reconstruction. This is achieved by using 1×1 convolutions for dimensionality sparsification.Authors: Xingfeng Li, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Jingchi Li, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Shaohua An, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Hudi Liu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / William Shieh, Westlake University / Yikai Su, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
3. 11:45 - 12:00
   M2F.3

   Edge-Carrier-Assisted Phase-Retrieval Based on Deep Learning Enabling low CSPR and low Applied Dispersion Values

   Presenter: Daniele Orsuti, University of Padova, Italy

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We explore the use of deep learning to loosen the constraints and enhance the performance of weak-carrier-assisted phase-retrieval receivers. The applied-dispersion-value can be reduced by 4-times and the complexity by 50% with low sensitivity penalties.Authors: Daniele Orsuti, University of Padova / Martina Cappelletti, University of Padova / Marco Santagiustina, University of Padova / Andrea Galtarossa, University of Padova / Luca Palmieri, University of Padova
4. 12:00 - 12:15
   M2F.4

   Improving the Bootstrap of Blind Equalizers With Variational Autoencoders

   Presenter: Vincent Lauinger, Karlsruher Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We evaluate the start-up of blind equalizers at critical working points, analyze the advantages and obstacles of commonly-used algorithms, and demonstrate how the recently-proposed variational autoencoder(VAE) based equalizers can improve bootstrapping.Authors: Vincent Lauinger, Karlsruher Institute of Technology (KIT) / Fred Buchali, Nokia / Laurent Schmalen, Karlsruher Institute of Technology (KIT)
5. 12:15 - 12:30
   M2F.5

   Physics-Informed Neural Operator-Based Full Wavefield Back-Propagation for Multi-Span Optical Transmission

   Presenter: yuchen song, Beijing University of Post and Telecommu, China

    Presentation Details   Paper

   An unsupervised physics-informed neural operator-based wavefield back-propagation scheme is proposed and used for the full wavefield information reconstruction along the link, nonlinearity compensation (0.46 dB Q-factor gain over 1StPS DBP), and fiber parameter identification.Authors: yuchen song, Beijing University of Post and Telecommu / Xiaotian Jiang, Beijing University of Post and Telecommu / Xiao Luo, Beijing University of Post and Telecommu / XiMeng Zhang, Beijing University of Post and Telecommu / Min Zhang, Beijing University of Post and Telecommu / Danshi Wang, Beijing University of Post and Telecommu

Optical Computing

1. 10:30 - 11:00
   M2J.1

   Optical RAM and Optical Cache Memories for Computing

   Presenter: Theonitsa Alexoudi, Aristoteleio Panepistimio Thessalonikis, Greece

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   In this paper, we present the recent progress and achievements of optical RAM technologies expanding from single RAM cells up to fully functional optical cache memory implementations for future Computing architecturesAuthors: Theonitsa Alexoudi, Aristoteleio Panepistimio Thessalonikis / Chris Vagionas, Aristoteleio Panepistimio Thessalonikis / Christos Pappas, Aristoteleio Panepistimio Thessalonikis / Theodoros Moschos, Aristoteleio Panepistimio Thessalonikis / Nikos Pleros, Aristoteleio Panepistimio Thessalonikis
2. 11:00 - 11:15
   M2J.2

   An Optoelectronic Analog Ising Machine Enabling 2048-Spin and Low-Latency Calculations

   Presenter: Zihao Chen, Sun Yat-sen University, China

    Presentation Details   Paper

   An optoelectronic analog Ising machine employing FPGA with DAC and ADC modules is experimentally demonstrated. The SpMV algorithm is applied to accomplish two MAX-CUT tasks mapped into 2048-spin Ising networks, taking only 1.68us per iteration.Authors: Zihao Chen, Sun Yat-sen University / Zhenhua Li, Sun Yat-sen University / Zhaoang Deng, Sun Yat-sen University / Jie Liu, Sun Yat-sen University / Siyuan Yu, Sun Yat-sen University
3. 11:15 - 11:30
   M2J.3

   Programmable Tanh- and ReLU-Like Optoelectronic Activation Functions for Neuromorphic Photonic Circuits

   Presenter: Christos Pappas, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   We demonstrate reconfigurable tanh- and ReLU-like nonlinear activation functions for incoherent neuromorphic photonics using a balanced photodiode assembled with a programmable electronic TIA chip. Experimental results up to 10 Gb/s line-rates are presented.Authors: Christos Pappas, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki / Stefanos Kovaios, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki / Miltiadis Moralis-Pegios, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki / Apostolos Tsakyridis, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki / George Giamougiannis, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki / Joris Kerrebrouck, Ghent University / Gertjan Coudyzer, Ghent University / Xin Yin, Ghent University / Nikos Pleros, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
4. 11:30 - 11:45
   M2J.4

   Optoelectronic Neuromorphic Accelerator at 523.27 GOPS Based on Coherent Optical Devices

   Presenter: Ying Zhu, State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT), China

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   An integratable and scalable optoelectronic neuromorphic accelerator based on coherent optical devices is proposed and demonstrated. It can achieve the computing speed for convolutions of 523.27 GOPS and accuracy up to 96.67% for handwritten digit recognition as a neural network.Authors: Ying Zhu, State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT) / Xu Zhang, State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT) / Xin Hua, National Information Optoelectronics Innovation Center, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT) / Lu Xu, National Information Optoelectronics Innovation Center, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT) / Xiao Hu, National Information Optoelectronics Innovation Center, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT) / Ming Luo, State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT) / Xi Xiao, State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT) / Shaohua Yu, State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks, China Information and Communication Technologies Group Corporation (CICT)
5. 11:45 - 12:15
   M2J.5

   Artificial Intelligence Using Complex Photonics: Decision Making and Reservoir Computing

   Presenter: Atsushi Uchida, Saitama University, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   We overview recent development on photonic decision making and reservoir computing for artificial intelligence using complex photonics. Parallel implementations of photonic devices can accelerate information processing in decision making and reservoir computing.Authors: Atsushi Uchida, Saitama University
6. 12:15 - 12:30
   M2J.6

   Incoherent Fiber-Based Optical Neuromorphic Computing Circuit

   Presenter: Zeev Zalevsky, Bar-Ilan University, Israel

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We present novel photonic neuromorphic computing scheme working with incoherent light while capable implementing negative weighting for the neural network and obtaining reliable/accurate computing of the linear multiply-accumulate function necessary for neural networks applications.Authors: Maya Yevnin, CogniFiber LTD, / Alon Harel, CogniFiber LTD, / Or Arbel-Arenfrid, CogniFiber LTD, / Zeev Zalevsky, Bar-Ilan University / Eyal Cohen, CogniFiber LTD

SC114 - Technologies and Applications for Passive Optical Networks (PONs)

SC217 - Applications of Radio-over-Fiber Technologies Including Future 5G Networks

SC408 - Space Division Multiplexing for Optical Communication Systems and Networks

SC459 - Multimode Photonic Devices, Characterization and Applications

SC485 - Advanced Fiber Access Networks

SC261 - ROADM Technologies and Network Applications

SC325 - Highly Integrated Monolithic Photonic Integrated Circuits

SC327 - Modeling and Design of Long-Haul Fiber-Optic Communication Systems

SC347 - Reliability and Qualification of Fiber-Optic Components

SC357 - Circuits and Equalization Methods for Coherent and Direct Detection Optical Links

SC393 - Digital Signal Processing for Coherent Optical Transceivers

SC431 - Photonic Technologies in the Data Center

SC451 - Optical Fiber Sensors

SC453B - Hands-on Fiber Optic Handling, Measurements, and Component Testing

Symposium: Quantum Information and Optical Communication Networks: Emerging Research Areas, Challenges and Opportunities I

1. 14:00 - 14:30
   M3A.1

   Engineering Challenges for the Emerging Quantum Networks

   Presenter: Prem Kumar, Northwestern University, United States

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   Future quantum internet will require device functionalities which implicitly respect the fundamental facts that quantum information cannot be copied or measured precisely. I will highlight progress in some example techniques for near-term networked quantum applications.Authors: Prem Kumar, Northwestern University
2. 14:30 - 15:00
   M3A.2

   Building a Dynamic Quantum Network: Use Cases and Challenges From Security to Scalable Quantum Computing

   Presenter: Reza Nejabati, University of Bristol, United Kingdom

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   This talk discusses challenges and solutions for creating a dynamic quantum network as the Foundation for the quantum Internet with uses cases including quantum data center and cloud computing, and 6G multi-user security and sensing.Authors: Reza Nejabati, University of Bristol
3. 15:00 - 15:30
   M3A.3

   Multi-Photon Entanglement in Quantum Networks

   Presenter: Sophia Economou, Virginia Tech, United States

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   This talk will give a background on entangled photonic states for quantum repeaters. We will focus on logical encoding of photonic states that protects against loss and on protocols for the generation of such states.Authors: Sophia Economou, Virginia Tech
4. 15:30 - 16:00
   M3A.4

   Photonic Quantum Computing With Continuous Variables

   Presenter: Ulrik Andersen, Danmarks Tekniske Universitet, Denmark

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   We present our efforts in developing fault-tolerant photonic quantum computing based on continuous variables. Using cluster states and homodyne detection, we demonstrate a Gaussian gate-set as well as large-scale interferometry towards quantum computing and boson sampling.Authors: Ulrik Andersen, Danmarks Tekniske Universitet

Multi-Core Fiber

1. 14:00 - 14:15
   M3B.1

   Unique Bending Loss Properties and Design Consideration for Coupled Multi-Core Fiber

   Presenter: Ryota Imada, NTT Corporation, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We reveal the unique bending angle and coupled core count dependence of bending loss in a coupled multi-core fiber and demonstrate adequate core design conditions can be derived by considering the average bending loss property.Authors: Ryota Imada, NTT Corporation / Taiji Sakamoto, NTT Corporation / Takayoshi Mori, NTT Corporation / Yusuke Yamada, NTT Corporation / Kazuhide Nakajima, NTT Corporation
2. 14:15 - 14:30
   M3B.2

   Uncoupled 6-Core Fibers With a Standard 125-um Cladding,
   ITU-T G.652 Optical Properties, and Low XT

   Presenter: Kazunori Mukasa, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We developed ultra-high-density uncoupled 6-core fibers with a standard 125-um cladding, G.652 properties, and low crosstalk at 100 km of -55~-39 dB by utilizing a novel air-gap structure, which would potentially give the ultimate high-density.Authors: Kazunori Mukasa, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Takeshi Takagi, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Takaaki Shishikura, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Katsuhisa Maruyma, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Hajime Oshio, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Aditi Mehta, Technical University of Denmark / Karsten Rottwitt, Technical University of Denmark / Toshio Morioka, Technical University of Denmark
3. 14:30 - 15:00
   M3B.3

   MCF Manufacturing

   Presenter: Kazunori Mukasa, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   To actually apply MCFs in the real systems, we still have several challenges to overcome. One of them is the MCF manufacturing technology including measurements and we will describe the current situations and future prospective.Authors: Kazunori Mukasa, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
4. 15:00 - 15:15
   M3B.4

   Relationship Between Polarization Mode Dispersion and Crosstalk in Heterogeneous Multi-Core Fibers With Different Cladding Diameters

   Presenter: Gustavo Ocampo, Hokkaido University, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We experimentally investigate the relationship between crosstalk and polarization mode dispersion (PMD) in two heterogeneous multi-core fibers with different cladding diameters. We observed that increasing the cladding diameter improves the crosstalk, but deteriorates the PMD.Authors: Gustavo Ocampo, Hokkaido University / Takanori Sato, Hokkaido University / Takeshi Fujisawa, Hokkaido University / Mayu Nakagawa, Fujikura Ltd. / Kunimasa Saitoh, Hokkaido University
5. 15:15 - 15:30
   M3B.5

   Characteristics of Over 600-km-Long 4-Core MCF Drawn From a Single Preform

   Presenter: shota kajikawa, Fujikura Ltd., Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   This report presents details of the successful production of a 4-core MCF, with 125-μm cladding and a length greater than 600 km. This is the champion data for MCF length drawn from a single preform.Authors: shota kajikawa, Fujikura Ltd. / Tsubasa Saito, Fujikura Ltd. / Katsuhiro Takenaga, Fujikura Ltd. / Kentaro Ichii, Fujikura Ltd.
6. 15:30 - 16:00
   M3B.6

   Optical Link Characteristics and Long-Term Stability of High-Density Multi-Core Fiber Cables Deployed in the Terrestrial Field

   Presenter: Yusuke Yamada, NTT Corporation, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   The feasibility of a standard 125-μm-cladding multi-core-fiber-based high-density terrestrial cable is described including long-term stability in an underground facility. The impact of a core-rotating splice on the link loss is also investigated.Authors: Yusuke Yamada, NTT Corporation / Takayoshi Mori, NTT Corporation / Takashi Matsui, NTT Corporation / Masashi Kikuchi, NTT Corporation / Kazuhide Nakajima, NTT Corporation

Free Space and Coupling Devices

1. 14:00 - 14:15
   M3C.1

   Low-Loss, High Extinction Ratio Fiber to Chip Connection via Laser Fusion for Polarization Maintaining Fibers

   Presenter: Sushant Kumar, University of Rochester, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We present a new method for PM-fiber to photonic chip connection via laser fusion. This enables low cost and robust coupling with -1.1dB loss per facet while maintaining 20dB or greater polarization extinction ratio.Authors: Sushant Kumar, University of Rochester / Juniyali Nauriyal, University of Rochester / Jaime Cardenas, University of Rochester
2. 14:15 - 14:30
   M3C.2

   Automatic Setting of Multiple FSO Orthogonal Communication Channels Between Photonic Chips

   Presenter: Francesco Morichetti, Politecnico di Milano, Italy

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   Multiple orthogonal free-space optical (FSO) communication channels are automatically established between photonic chips hosting programmable integrated processors. All-optical channel demultiplexing is achieved with a crosstalk < -30 dB even after co-propagation though arbitrary mode mixers.Authors: Seyedmohammad Seyedinnavadeh, Politecnico di Milano / Maziyar Milanizadeh, National Research Council Canada / Francesco Zanetto, Politecnico di Milano / Vittorio Grimaldi, Politecnico di Milano / Christian De Vita, Politecnico di Milano / Giorgio Ferrari, Politecnico di Milano / David Miller, Stanford University / Andrea Melloni, Politecnico di Milano / Francesco Morichetti, Politecnico di Milano
3. 14:30 - 14:45
   M3C.3

   Monolithically Integrated Self-Aligned SiN Edge Coupler With <0.6 .8="" db="" te/tm="" insertion="" loss,=""><-39 db="" back="" reflection="" and="">520 mW High-Power Handling Capability

   Presenter: Takako Hirokawa, GLOBALFOUNDRIES, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We experimentally demonstrated V-groove-based self-aligned SiN edge coupler (EC) on a monolithic CMOS-SiPh platform. <0.6/0.8 dB TE/TM SMF-EC transmission efficiency, in conjunction with <-39 dB back reflection and >520 mW power handling capability were achieved.Authors: Yusheng Bian, GLOBALFOUNDRIES / Takako Hirokawa, GLOBALFOUNDRIES
4. 14:45 - 15:00
   M3C.4

   Free-Space Signal Transmission Using Optical Beam Scanning Device Incorporating Broadband Silicon Surface Optical Couplers

   Presenter: Yuki Atsumi, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   Characteristics of beam scanning device based on a broadband silicon vertically-curved-waveguide surface optical couplers are evaluated. We then demonstrate free-space transmission of 10-Gbps NRZ-OOK signals in the wide wavelength range from 1530 to 1590 nm.Authors: Yuki Atsumi, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Tomoya Yoshida, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Ryosuke Matsumoto, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Ryotaro Konoike, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Youichi Sakakibara, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Takashi Inoue, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Keijiro Suzuki, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech
5. 15:00 - 15:15
   M3C.5

   LCOS Based Flexible Spatial Channel Switch for Heterogeneous SDM Fiber Network

   Presenter: Yuta Goto, NICT, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We propose an LCOS based flexible spatial channel switch for a heterogeneous SDM fiber network which can easily connect different types of SDM fibers without FIFO. The switching operation was confirmed by measuring OSNR and BER characteristics.Authors: Yuta Goto, NICT / Satoshi Shinada, NICT / Yusuke Hirota, NICT / Hideaki Furukawa, NICT
6. 15:15 - 15:30
   M3C.6

   Automated Assembly of 500-Count, Laser-Welded, Fiber- Optic Arrays at Density Limit

   Presenter: John Marciante, RAM Photonics Industrial, LLC, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We have developed a new technique for high-count fiber array connector production. Fully automated manufacturing was demonstrated for 500-count arrays with 250μm center-to- center spacing and sub-micron placement for arbitrary fiber type in any 2D configuration.Authors: John Marciante, RAM Photonics Industrial, LLC / Per Adamson, RAM Photonics Industrial, LLC / Robert Balonek, RAM Photonics Industrial, LLC / Mike Cinquino, RAM Photonics Industrial, LLC / Joey Lawson, RAM Photonics Industrial, LLC / Jordan Leidner, RAM Photonics Industrial, LLC
7. 15:30 - 15:45
   M3C.8

   High-Resolution Radiation Characterization for an Uniformly Emitted SiNx Nanophotonic Phased Array

   Presenter: Caiming Sun, CUHK Shenzhen, China

    Presentation Details   Paper

   With a high-resolution characterization setup, waveguide modes are clearly observed in near-field radiation patterns of SiNx nano-antennas. This phased array has uniform emission throughout the antenna within 3dB bandwidth of 120 nm from 785-905 nm.Authors: Caiming Sun, CUHK Shenzhen / Binghui Li, CUHK Shenzhen / Ning Ding, CUHK Shenzhen / Aidong Zhang, CUHK Shenzhen
8. 15:45 - 16:00
   M3C.7

   Fan-in/Fan-out for Heterogeneous 19-Core Fibers Based on Metasurfaces With Nonuniform Phase Plates

   Presenter: Yang Wang, Tianjin University, China

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We propose a metasurface-based fan-in/fan-out device for heterogeneous 19-core fibers. Our results indicate that an average insertion loss of 0.9 dB and maximum crosstalk of -25.5 dB can be achieved at 1550 nm.Authors: Yang Wang, Tianjin University / Xutao Wang, Tianjin University / Zhiqun Yang, Tianjin University / Yaping Liu, Tianjin University / Lin Zhang, Tianjin University / Zhanhua Huang, Tianjin University

RF and THz Signal Generation

1. 14:00 - 14:15
   M3D.1

   Sub-THz Wireless Transmission Based on Graphene on Silicon Nitride Integrated Photonics

   Presenter: Alberto Montanaro, CNIT, Italy

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   We demonstrate the first wireless transmission based on graphene, using an integrated photonic device enabling up-conversion in the sub-THz range. Our approach opens the perspective to the realization of antenna arrays based on integrated photonics.Authors: Alberto Montanaro, CNIT / Giulia Piccinini, 3) NEST, Scuola Normale Superiore / Vaidotas Miseikis, 4) Center for Nanotechnology Innovation @NEST, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia / Vito Sorianello, CNIT / Marco Angelo Giambra, Inphotec, CamGraPhIC srl / Stefano Soresi, Inphotec, CamGraPhIC srl / Luca Giorgi, Ericsson Research / Antonio D'Errico, Ericsson Research / Kenji Watanabe, Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, 305-0044, Japan / Takashi Taniguchi, International Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics / Sergio Pezzini, NEST, Istituto Nanoscienze-CNR and Scuola Normale Superiore / Camilla Coletti, 4) Center for Nanotechnology Innovation @NEST, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia / Marco Romagnoli, CNIT
2. 14:15 - 14:30
   M3D.2

   Silicon-Based on-Chip Phase-Coded Linearly-Chirped Microwave Waveform Generation

   Presenter: Xu Hong, Beijing Institute of Technology, China

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We propose and design a silicon photonic chip for phase-coded linearly-chirped microwave waveform generation based on opto-electronic oscillator. Using the chip, a phase-coded linearly-chirped microwave waveform with an ultra-large time-bandwidth product of 1.96×106 is experimentally demonstrated.Authors: Xu Hong, Beijing Institute of Technology / Bin Wang, Beijing Institute of Technology / Yihao Cheng, Beijing Institute of Technology / Weifeng Zhang, Beijing Institute of Technology
3. 14:30 - 15:00
   M3D.3

   Piezo-Optomechanical Technologies for RF and Optical Communications

   Presenter: Matt Eichenfield, Sandia National Laboratories Albuquerque, United States

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   Abstract not available.Authors: Matt Eichenfield, Sandia National Laboratories Albuquerque
4. 15:00 - 15:15
   M3D.4

   Demonstration of Optoelectronic-Phased-Array Driven THz-Wave Power Combination and Beam Steering

   Presenter: Ming Che, Kyushu University, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   We developed an 8-channel photonic phased array for phases tuning of THz waves generated from 8 arrayed InP/InGaAs UTC-PDs. 300-GHz-waves are combined with 16-dB gain and steered continuously in a range of ±50°.Authors: Ming Che, Kyushu University / Kazuya Kondo, Kyushu University / Ryo Doi, Kyushu University / Kazutoshi Kato, Kyushu University
5. 15:15 - 15:30
   M3D.5

   All-Optical sub-THz Signal Generation Using two Mutually Coupled Semiconductor Lasers

   Presenter: Chin-Hao Tseng, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   This study proposes a novel all-optical approach for sub-THz signal generation. Sub-THz signals ranging from 100 to 300 GHz with a 3-dB linewidth below 2 kHz and a SPSR of about 47 dB are generated.Authors: Chin-Hao Tseng, National Cheng Kung University / Bin-Kai Liao, National Cheng Kung University / Sheng-Kwang Hwang, National Cheng Kung University
6. 15:30 - 15:45
   M3D.6

   Optical Synchronization of a Photonic Crystal Resonator to a 10 GHz Chip-Scale Mode-Locked Laser PIC

   Presenter: Chinmay Shirpurkar, CREOL, The College of Optics & Photonics, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   We present an optical frequency division technique to transfer the timing stability of a stabilized Photonic Crystal Resonator Comb (~200 GHz repetition rate) to a chip-scaled mode-locked laser (~10 GHz repetition rate).Authors: Chinmay Shirpurkar, CREOL, The College of Optics & Photonics / Jizhao Zang, National Institute of Standards and Technology / David Carlson, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Travis Briles, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Scott Papp, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Peter Delfyett, CREOL, The College of Optics & Photonics
7. 15:45 - 16:00
   M3D.7

   Conversion Gain Enhancement of a UTC-PD-Integrated HEMT Photonic Double-Mixer by High-Intensity Optical Subcarrier Signal

   Presenter: Dai Nakajima, RIEC, Tohoku University, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We investigate the effectiveness of high-intensity subcarrier signal input to the UTC-PD-integrated HEMT for optical-to-wireless carrier frequency down-conversion and report that the conversion gain increased linearly from -51 dB to -44 dB.Authors: Dai Nakajima, RIEC, Tohoku University / Kazuki Nishimura, RIEC, Tohoku University / Mitsuki Watanabe, RIEC, Tohoku University / Tsung-Tse Lin, RIEC, Tohoku University / Keisuke Kasai, RIEC, Tohoku University / Masato Yoshida, RIEC, Tohoku University / Tetsuya Suemitsu, NICHe, Tohoku Unversity / Taiichi Otsuji, RIEC, Tohoku University / Akira Satou, RIEC, Tohoku University

Enabling Technologies for Data Center and HPC

1. 14:00 - 15:00
   M3E.1

   Machine Learning Methods for Integrated Photonics

   Presenter: Stephen Ralph, Georgia Tech, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Tutorial

   This tutorial will review recent advances in machine learning techniques, including inverse design and performance monitoring, that address practical high-capacity photonics design challenges, incorporating manufacturing constraints, user defined performance goals while ensuring end-to-end performance.Authors: Stephen Ralph, Georgia Tech
2. 15:00 - 15:15
   M3E.2

   Nonlinearity Free Operation of SOA for Use in High-Capacity Co-Packaged Optics

   Presenter: Takayuki Kurosu, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We propose a novel concept to generate high-capacity WDM signals from single source of non-mode-locked multi-wavelength light using SOAs. Using micro-ring modulators in a way to suppress SOA nonlinearity, high-quality PAM4 signals can be generated.Authors: Takayuki Kurosu, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Satoshi Suda, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Shu Namiki, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech / Takeru Amano, Natl Inst of Adv Industrial Sci & Tech
3. 15:15 - 15:30
   M3E.3

   Self-Homodyne Coherent Transmission With All-Optical Clock Synchronization for DSP-Free Co-Packaged Optics

   Presenter: Ming-Ming Zhang, OEI, HUST, China

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   Utilizing the all-optical clock delivery and synchronization, we successfully achieved baud-rate sampled 40-Gbaud DP-16QAM self-homodyne transmission with 1.92 Tbps aggregated capacity over 3.5-km MCF, yielding a promising solution for the DSP-free coherent co-packaged optics.Authors: Ming-Ming Zhang, OEI, HUST / Weihao Li, OEI, HUST / Yizhao Chen, HUST / Zihe Hu, OEI, HUST / Ming Tang, OEI, HUST
4. 15:30 - 15:45
   M3E.4

   Sub-ms Data Recovery at 1,000-Port Scale Optical Switch Developed With Customized Practical Devices

   Presenter: Osamu Moriwaki, Photonics Electronics Technology Research Association, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We have successfully demonstrated a large optical switching system with short switching times. Our transient time optimized digital coherent DSP, wavelength tunable laser, and silica-based PLC switch are the key components of the system.Authors: Osamu Moriwaki, Photonics Electronics Technology Research Association / Kazushige Yonenaga, Photonics Electronics Technology Research Association / Satoshi Ide, Photonics Electronics Technology Research Association / Noboru Takachio, Photonics Electronics Technology Research Association / Hiroshi Onaka, Photonics Electronics Technology Research Association / Kenya Suzuki, Photonics Electronics Technology Research Association
5. 15:45 - 16:00
   M3E.5

   Optical Clock Synchronization for O-Band Directly Modulated Laser Based Data Center Interconnection

   Presenter: Zichuan Zhou, University College London, United Kingdom

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We show that clock synchronized transmission has reduced receiver-side jitter that limits DMLs’ performance compared to conventional clock and data recovery. We access transmission quality using 35-GHz-bandwidth DMLs at 1271 and 1373 nm.Authors: Zichuan Zhou, University College London / Kari Clark, University College London / Ashish Verma, Coherent Incorporated / Yasuhiro Matsui, Coherent Incorporated / Zhixin Liu, University College London

LIDAR, RADAR and Ranging Systems

1. 14:00 - 14:15
   M3F.1

   A Hybrid Solid-State Beam Scanner for FMCW LiDAR Application

   Presenter: Zhaoyang Zhang, Zhejiang University, China

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   We demonstrate a hybrid solid-state beam scanner based on a Si3N4 switching array. Two-dimensional beam steering with a 14.3°×9.9° field of view and FMCW ranging operation at a distance of 7.4 m are achieved.Authors: Zhaoyang Zhang, Zhejiang University / Xufeng Du, Guofeng Electronics / Zhiyan Zhou, Zhejiang University / Qikai Huang, Zhejiang University / Qiang Zhang, Zhejiang Lab / Tingge Dai, Zhejiang University / Hui Yu, Zhejiang University / Yuehai Wang, Zhejiang University / Jianyi Yang, Zhejiang University
2. 14:15 - 14:30
   M3F.2

   Enhanced Velocity Sensitivity in 4-D FMCW LiDAR by Use of Avalanche Photodiode With Cascaded Multiplication Layer

   Presenter: Zohauddin Ahmad, National Central University, Taiwan

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   A 4-D FMCW LiDAR is demonstrated. In comparison to the traditional p-i-n PD in its receiver-side, the cascaded M-layers APDs provide a better quality of 4-D images with unprecedented high velocity-sensitivity (5µm/sec) for slow-moving objects.Authors: Zohauddin Ahmad, National Central University / Sung-Yi Ou, National Central University / Wei-Chih Su, National Sun Yat-sen University / Po-Shun Wang, National Central University / None Naseem, National Central University / Jyehong Chen, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Yung-Jr Hung, National Sun Yat-Sen University / You-Chia Chang, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Chia-Chien Wei, National Sun Yat-Sen University / Tzyy-Sheng Horng, National Sun Yat-sen University / Jin-Wei Shi, National Central University
3. 14:30 - 14:45
   M3F.3

   Impact of Laser Phase Noise on Ranging Precision Within and Beyond Laser Coherence Length in FMCW LiDAR

   Presenter: Wenting Yi, University College London, United Kingdom

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   We study the impact of laser phase noise on ranging precision in a frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) LiDAR system, demonstrating ranging of 384.72 m with ∼15 cm precision at 7× intrinsic laser coherence length.Authors: Wenting Yi, University College London / Zichuan Zhou, University College London / Zhixin Liu, University College London / Polina Bayvel, University College London / Robert Killey, University College London
4. 14:45 - 15:00
   M3F.4

   Experimental Demonstration of 0.4-Meter Ranging Through Underwater Scattering With 20-mm Resolution Using z-Dependent Angular Rotation of a Spatially Structured Beam

   Presenter: Hao Song, University of Southern California, United States

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   We experimentally demonstrate a 0.4-meter underwater optical ranging with a 20-mm resolution through underwater scattering (extinction coefficient γ up to 9.4 m-1) utilizing the z-dependent angular rotation of a spatially structured beam.Authors: Hao Song, University of Southern California / Huibin Zhou, University of Southern California / Yuxiang Duan, University of Southern California / Zile Jiang, University of Southern California / Murale Ramakrishnan, University of Southern California / Wing Ko, University of Southern California / Yingning Wang, University of Southern California / Xinzhou Su, University of Southern California / Kaiheng Zou, University of Southern California / Abdulrahman Alhaddad, University of Southern California / Ruoyu Zeng, University of Southern California / Robert Bock, R-DEX System, Inc. / Moshe Tur, Tel Aviv University / Alan Willner, University of Southern California
5. 15:00 - 15:30
   M3F.5

   Coherent LIDAR Technology: Practical Deployment and Challenges

   Presenter: Shuren Hu, Vanderbilt University, United States

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   Invited

   In this talk we will review challenges in practical deployment of coherent LIDAR, including LIDAR sensor’s performance requirements in autonomous driving and other 3D sensing applications in various conditions.Authors: Shuren Hu, Vanderbilt University
6. 15:30 - 15:45
   M3F.6

   Coherent LiDAR Prototype Based on 2D MEMS Mirror Scanning

   Presenter: Sarah Cwalina, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute, Germany

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   We present a new coherent LiDAR prototype with two-dimensional micro-electro-mechanical-system scanning and walk-off mitigation capability. We address the linearization challenge of the FMCW transmitter, the scan-capture-synchronization and provide point-clouds of two distinct objects.Authors: Sarah Cwalina, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Christoph Kottke, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Norman Laske, Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology / Volker Jungnickel, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Ronald Freund, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute
7. 15:45 - 16:00
   M3F.7

   Electro-Optical Phase-Locked Loop for Hybrid Integrated External Cavity Laser

   Presenter: chuxin Liu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

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   We implement an analog EO-PLL for a III/V-Si3N4 hybrid integrated ECL to generate a highly-linear FMCW signal over multiple wavelengths. The ranging resolution is improved from 5 m to 22 cm for a 100-m target.Authors: chuxin Liu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Yuyao Guo, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Ruiyang Xu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Liangjun Lu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Linjie Zhou, Shanghai Jiao Tong University / Jianping Chen, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Telemetry and Synchronisation

1. 14:00 - 14:15
   M3G.1

   An Intelligent Optical Telemetry Architecture

   Presenter: Luis Velasco, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya, Spain

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   A distributed telemetry system is proposed with agents receiving and analyzing data before sending to a centralized manager. Intelligent data aggregation on optical constellations telemetry largely reduces data rate without introducing significant error.Authors: Luis Velasco, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya / Pol Gonzalez, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya / Marc Ruiz, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya
2. 14:15 - 14:45
   M3G.2

   Telemetry Framework With Data Sovereignty Features

   Presenter: Behnam Shariati, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz, Germany

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   Invited

   We propose a novel framework that enables data ecosystem and regulated telemetry streaming in open and disaggregated optical networks. We review its requirements, present its architecture, and discuss two demonstrated use-cases in our testbeds.Authors: Behnam Shariati, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz / Haydar Qarawlus, Fraunhofer ISST / Steffen Biehs, Fraunhofer ISST / Jose-Juan Pedreno-Manresa, ADVA Optical Networking / Pooyan Safari, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz / Mihail Balanici, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz / Ayoub Bouchedoub, Fraunhofer ISST / Hendrik Haße, Fraunhofer ISST / Achim Autenrieth, ADVA Optical Networking / Johannes Karl Fischer, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz / Ronald Freund, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz
3. 14:45 - 15:00
   M3G.3

   Data Augmentation to Reduce Computational Complexity of Neural-Network-Based Soft-Failure Cause Identifier

   Presenter: Lareb Zar Khan, Scuola Superiore SantAnna, Italy

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   We investigated data augmentation to train neural networks (NNs) for soft-failure cause identification, demonstrating its impacts on NN complexity. Results indicate up to 68% reduction in the computational complexity of NN for each inference.Authors: Lareb Zar Khan, Scuola Superiore SantAnna / Pedro Freire, Aston University / João Pedro, Infinera / Nelson Costa, Infinera / Antonio Napoli, Infinera / Nicola Sambo, Scuola Superiore SantAnna
4. 15:00 - 15:15
   M3G.4

   Failure Data Augmentation for Optical Network Equipment Using Time-Series Generative Adversarial Networks

   Presenter: Cheng Xing, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China

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   We propose a failure data augmentation scheme based on time-series generation adversarial networks with real equipment performance data of optical networks and verify that the augmented failure sample data is similar to real failure data.Authors: Cheng Xing, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Chunyu Zhang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Bing Ye, State Key Laboratory of Mobile Network and Mobile Multimedia Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China / Danshi Wang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Yinqiu Jia, State Key Laboratory of Mobile Network and Mobile Multimedia Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China / Jin Li, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Min Zhang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications
5. 15:15 - 15:30
   M3G.5

   Optical Network Diagnostics Using Graph Neural Networks and Natural Language Processing

   Presenter: Xiaonan Xu, Nokia Bell Labs, United States

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   We propose an AI-powered network diagnostic strategy including alarm clustering and fault localization with >98% accuracy for up-to 16-degree ROADMs and demonstrate the advantages of using NLP in encoding.Authors: Xiaonan Xu, Nokia Bell Labs / Haoshuo Chen, Nokia Bell Labs / Jesse Simsarian, Nokia Bell Labs / Roland Ryf, Nokia Bell Labs / Mikael Mazur, Nokia Bell Labs / Lauren Dallachiesa, Nokia Bell Labs / Nicolas Fontaine, Nokia Bell Labs / David Neilson, Nokia Bell Labs
6. 15:30 - 15:45
   M3G.6

   Automation of Fast Configuration Error Diagnosis in Optical Transport Networks - Natural Language Processing is All You Need

   Presenter: Cen Wang, KDDI Research, Inc., Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Top Scored

   We train language models to automate the diagnosis of OTN configuration errors, and the diagnostic accuracy is up to 97.56%. We additionally demonstrate the effectiveness of the models on a real OTN system.Authors: Cen Wang, KDDI Research, Inc. / Noboru Yoshikane, KDDI Research, Inc. / Daniel Elson, KDDI Research, Inc. / Takehiro Tsuritani, KDDI Research, Inc.
7. 15:45 - 16:00
   M3G.7

   Experimental Demonstration of Integrated Low-Cost High-Precision Timing Solution for Optical Transport Networks Supporting 5G

   Presenter: Ekin Arabul, University of Bristol, United Kingdom

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   We successfully integrated FPGA-based low-cost high-precision timing scheme into an optical transport network solution. 16.2 ps synchronisation precision has been achieved across two devices while network-wise setup can sustain up to 21.2 ps precision.Authors: Ekin Arabul, University of Bristol / Romerson Oliveira, University of Bristol / Rui Wang, University of Bristol / Reza Nejabati, University of Bristol / Dimitra Simeonidou, University of Bristol

Monolithic or 3D Electro-Optical Integration

1. 14:00 - 14:15
   M3I.1

   Ultra-Dense 3D Integrated 5.3 Tb/s/mm² 80 Micro-Disk Modulator Transmitter

   Presenter: Stuart Daudlin, Columbia University, United States

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   A large-scale array of 80 micro-disk modulators is densely bonded to an electronic chip and driven at 10 Gb/s/modulator for an unprecedented 5.3 Tb/s/mm2 bandwidth density and 50 fJ/bit energy consumption.Authors: Stuart Daudlin, Columbia University / Sunwoo Lee, Cornell University / Devesh Khilwani, Cornell University / Christine Ou, Cornell University / Anthony Rizzo, Columbia University / Songli Wang, Columbia University / Michael Cullen, Columbia University / Alyosha Molnar, Cornell University / Keren Bergman, Columbia University
2. 14:15 - 14:30
   M3I.2

   Monolithically Integrated Autonomous Demultiplexers With Near Zero Power Consumption for Beyond Tb/s Links

   Presenter: Ali Pirmoradi, University of Pennsylvania, United States

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   Integrated multiplexer/de-multiplexer systems based on capacitively tuned MZI and adiabatic ring resonators with sequential tuning and wavelength locking are presented.Authors: Ali Pirmoradi, University of Pennsylvania / Firooz Aflatouni, University of Pennsylvania
3. 14:30 - 14:45
   M3I.3

   First 100 Gb/s Monolithically Integrated Electronic-Photonic Coherent Receiver With Direct Edge Coupling to Standard Single Mode Fiber Array

   Presenter: Ahmed Osman, LEO Space Photonics, Greece

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We report fabrication, assembly and testing of the first >100 Gb/s monolithic electronic-photonic coherent receiver chip and sub-assembly, edge coupled to standard single mode fiber array.Authors: Ahmed Osman, LEO Space Photonics / Georg Winzer, IHP GmbH / Christian Mai, IHP GmbH / Anna Peczek, IHP GmbH / Karsten Voigt, IHP GmbH / William Dorward, ALTER Technology UK / Stefan Lischke, IHP GmbH / Mesut Inac, IHP GmbH / Andrea Malignaggi, IHP GmbH / Lars Zimmermann, IHP GmbH / Ilias Sourikopoulos, LEO Space Photonics / Leontios Stampoulidis, LEO Space Photonics
4. 14:45 - 15:00
   M3I.4

   A Direct Bond Interconnect 3D Co-Integrated Silicon-Photonic Transceiver in 12nm FinFET With -20.3dBm OMA Sensitivity and 691fJ/bit

   Presenter: Anirban Samanta, University of California, Davis, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We present the first experimental demonstration of an electronic-photonic co-designed transceiver circuit heterogeneously 3D co-integrated with high-density, low-parasitic Direct Bond Interconnect (DBI®) featuring full SerDes that achieves -20.3dBm OMA sensitivity and 691fJ/bit link energy efficiency.Authors: Anirban Samanta, University of California, Davis / Po-Hsuan Chang, Texas A&M University / Peng Yan, Texas A&M University / Mingye Fu, University of California, Davis / Mehmet Berkay On, University of California, Davis / Ankur Kumar, Texas A&M University / Hyungryul Kang, Texas A&M University / Il-Min Yi, Texas A&M University / Dedeepya Annabattuni, Texas A&M University / Yu Zhang, University of California, Davis / David Scott, Optelligent / Robert Patti, Nhanced Semiconductors / Yang-Hang Fan, Texas A&M University / Yuanming Zhu, Texas A&M University / Samuel Palermo, Texas A&M University / S. J. Ben Yoo, University of California, Davis
5. 15:00 - 16:00
   M3I.5

   Tradeoffs in the Paths Forward for Advanced Packaging in Photonics

   Presenter: Jon Aday, Amkor Technology, United States

    Presentation Details

   Tutorial

   Advanced semiconductor packaging is currently being used to support products that utilize photonics connections, but as we migrate from a wire bonded solution to flip chip the complexity increases dramatically. The fiber coupling methods will also impact the process flows and package structures that can be implemented. The tradeoffs will be reviewed between the coupling methods and semiconductor packaging options as we migrate from pluggables to co-packaged optics.Authors: Jon Aday, Amkor Technology

Accurate Frequency/Time Distribution and Optical Computing

1. 14:00 - 14:30
   M3J.1

   Frequency Combs Outside the Metrology Lab: Time Transfer Over Long Distance Terrestrial Links

   Presenter: Laura Sinclair, National Inst of Standards & Technology, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   Future clock networks will require femtosecond-level time distribution for applications ranging from fundamental physics tests to distributed coherent sensing. We present a quantum-limited comb-based time transfer approach and results on clock synchronization over ultra-long distances.Authors: Laura Sinclair, National Inst of Standards & Technology / Emily Caldwell, National Inst of Standards & Technology / Benjamin Stuhl, Space Dynamics Laboratory / William Swann, National Inst of Standards & Technology / Nathan Newbury, National Inst of Standards & Technology / Jean-Daniel Deschenes, OctoSig Consulting
2. 14:30 - 15:00
   M3J.2

   Optical Clock Distribution Over Stable Fiber Links in Noisy Environments

   Presenter: Tomoya Akatsuka, NTT Basic Research Laboratories, Japan

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   Invited

   We demonstrate a 190-km-long optical fiber link that achieves high-stability frequency transfer in noisy environments. A four-stage cascaded link with ultralow-noise laser repeater stations connects distant optical lattice clocks without deteriorating their stabilities.Authors: Tomoya Akatsuka, NTT Basic Research Laboratories / Hiromitsu Imai, NTT Basic Research Laboratories / Masao Takamoto, RIKEN / Ichiro Ushijima, RIKEN / Takashi Goh, NTT Device Innovation Center / Toshikazu Hashimoto, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Hidetoshi Katori, RIKEN / Katsuya Oguri, NTT Basic Research Laboratories / Tetsuomi Sogawa, NTT Science and Core Technology Laboratory Group
3. 15:00 - 15:15
   M3J.3

   Optical Frequency Transfer Stability of 1E-15 at 1 Second Over Correlated Core Pairs in a 40 km 7-Core Fiber Link

   Presenter: Mark Harrington, UCSB, United States

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   We demonstrate a 40km stabilized optical frequency transfer system with fractional frequency stability of 1e-15 at 1s without single-core bidirectional propagation. Highly correlated cores of a 7-core fiber are used for signal transmission and return, mitigating uncorrelated phase fluctuations found in duplex approaches.Authors: Mark Harrington, UCSB / Nicolas Fontaine, Nokia Bell Labs / Mikael Mazur, Nokia Bell Labs / Daniel Blumenthal, UCSB
4. 15:15 - 15:30
   M3J.4

   Calculating With Phase Opens up the High-Precision and High-Reconfigurability Integrated Photonic Computing

   Presenter: Yuepeng Wu, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China

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   We propose and experimentally demonstrate a novel phase-based optical computing system integrated with photonic AD/DA converters. Further simulation shows that our system can perform 15-bit arithmetic operations when the SNR is around 34 dB.Authors: Yuepeng Wu, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Hongxiang Guo, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Bowen Zhang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Ran Tao, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Yi Guo, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Tian Zhang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Jifang Qiu, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications / Jian Wu, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications
5. 15:30 - 15:45
   M3J.5

   Fully Integrated Silicon Photonic Tensor Core for Next-Generation Applications

   Presenter: Nicola Peserico, George Washington University, United States

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   Here we present our architecture for Silicon Photonic Tensor Core, capable of responding to the needs of Neural Networks, Augmented and Virtual Reality applications. We present a novel version fully integrated, from lasers to photodetectors.Authors: Nicola Peserico, George Washington University / Xiaoxuan Ma, George Washington University / Ahmed Khaled, Queens University / Zhimu Gou, Queens University / Bhavin Shastri, Queens University / Volker Sorger, George Washington University
6. 15:45 - 16:00
   M3J.6

   WDM-Compatible Integrated Photonic Computing Core for Implementing a Neural Network

   Presenter: zhenyu zhao, Beijing Institute of Technology, China

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   Top Scored

   We propose and design an energy-efficient integrated photonic computing core by using a microdisk resonator-assisted Mach-Zehnder interferometer. With the use of the fabricated silicon photonic chip, an optical convolutional neural network for image classification is experimentally demonstrated.Authors: zhenyu zhao, Beijing Institute of Technology / Shuang Zheng, Beijing Institute of Technology / Weifeng Zhang, Beijing Institute of Technology

OFC Demo Zone

Visible Light Communications and Positioning

1. 16:30 - 16:45
   M4F.1

   25G+ Distance-Adaptive Visible Light Communications Enabled by Entropy Loading

   Presenter: Pedro Loureiro, Instituto de Telecomunicações, Portugal

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   Using probabilistic shaping together with multi-carrier modulation and entropy loading, we experimentally demonstrate a distance-adaptive RGB-VLC system operating with diffuse white light and supporting record-high bit rates of 26–46 Gbit/s over 50-200 cm.Authors: Pedro Loureiro, Instituto de Telecomunicações / Fernando Guiomar, Instituto de Telecomunicações / Paulo Monteiro, Instituto de Telecomunicações
2. 16:45 - 17:00
   M4F.2

   Capacity Enhancement of VLC by Blue-Green Wavelength Division Multiplexing Using Optical Phased Array

   Presenter: Yujie DI, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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   We proposed and experimentally demonstrated the first blue-green OPA-based WDM-VLC systems with narrow channel spacing. A 4.5-Gbit/s transmission with 50% capacity enhancement was achieved by OCT-precoding and simplified third-order Volterra equalization.Authors: Yujie DI, The Chinese University of Hong Kong / Caiming Sun, Peng Cheng Laboratory / Shuyan Chen, The Chinese University of Hong Kong / Weiwei Liu, Peng Cheng Laboratory / Yizhan Dai, The Chinese University of Hong Kong / Binghui Li, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) / Wu Shi, Peng Cheng Laboratory / Jing Lin, Peng Cheng Laboratory / Yingjie Shao, Centre for Applied Photonics Fraunhofer UK Research Ltd / Jing Xu, Zhejiang University / Lian-Kuan Chen, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
3. 17:00 - 17:15
   M4F.3

   Optical Beam Steerable and Flexible Data Rate Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (OFDM-NOMA) Visible Light Communication

   Presenter: Yin-He Jian, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We propose and demonstrate visible-light-communication (VLC) system using spatial-light-modulator (SLM) and orthogonal-frequency-division-multiplexing non-orthogonal-multiple access (OFDM-NOMA), illustrating the flexibilities of optical-beam steering and data-rate allocation for multiple users.Authors: Yin-He Jian, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Chih-Chun Wang, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Tzu-Chieh Wei, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Ying-Kai Hong, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Huang-Ming Chen, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Chi-Wai Chow, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Yang Liu, Philips / Chien-Hung Yeh, Feng Chia University
4. 17:15 - 17:30
   M4F.4

   Optical Beam Steering Using Mode-Coupling Control in Plastic Optical Fibre

   Presenter: Eduward Tangdiongga, Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands

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   An all-fibre beam steering solution, based on mode coupling in 240-µm core size POF, is presented. Using DMT modulation over 90-cm wireless link and steering full angle of 9°, a throughput of 1.6 Gbps is achieved for visible light.Authors: Carina Ribeiro Barbio Corrêa, Eindhoven University of Technology / A.M.J. Koonen, Eindhoven University of Technology / Eduward Tangdiongga, Eindhoven University of Technology
5. 17:30 - 17:45
   M4F.5

   Free-Space Visible Light Communication With Downstream and Upstream Transmissions Supporting Multiple Moveable Receivers Using Light-Diffusing Fiber

   Presenter: Yun-Han Chang, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We demonstrate a free-space bi-directional visible-light-communication (VLC) system using a light-diffusion-fiber (LDF) optical antenna. It allows 360o field-of-view (FOV) non-contact and moveable VLC detection, achieving 210-Mbit/s downlink and 850-Mbit/s uplink transmissions.Authors: Yun-Han Chang, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Chi-Wai Chow, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Chih-Chun Wang, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Yin-He Jian, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Wahyu Hendra Gunawan, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University / Yang Liu, Philips / Chien-Hung Yeh, Feng Chia University
6. 17:45 - 18:15
   M4F.6

   Inbuilding Optical Wireless Positioning Using Time of Flight

   Presenter: Christoph Kottke, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz, Germany

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   We present a LiFi positioning and communication system based on the ITU-T G.9991 standard. Accuracies as low as 3 cm in x,y,z direction have been achieved, utilizing an optimization approach for the LED behavior.Authors: Christoph Kottke, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz / Ziyan Ma, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz / Sepideh Mohammadi Kouhini, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz / Volker Jungnickel, Fraunhofer Inst Nachricht Henrich-Hertz

Symposium: Quantum Information and Optical Communication Networks: Emerging Research Areas, Challenges and Opportunities II

1. 16:30 - 17:00
   M4A.1

   Communication Interfaces to Quantum Memories

   Presenter: Matt Eichenfield, University of Arizona, United States

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   Abstract not available.Authors: Matt Eichenfield, University of Arizona
2. 17:00 - 17:30
   M4A.2

   Multi-User Quantum Communication With Linear Optical Networks

   Presenter: Vladyslav Usenko, Palacký University Olomouc, Czechia

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   Multi-user quantum communication enables distribution of secret keys or quantum resources between multiple users. We will discuss possible realizations using continuous-variable states and linear optical networks, considering realistic channels and devices, and optimizing network topology.Authors: Vladyslav Usenko, Palacký University Olomouc
3. 17:30 - 18:00
   M4A.4

   Entangling Highly-Efficient Quantum Memories

   Presenter: Julien Laurat, Laboratoire Kastler Brossel, France

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   Reversible entanglement transfer between light and matter is a crucial requisite for the developments of quantum information technologies. I will discuss our realization of a highly-efficient entanglement transfer between light and cold-atom-based quantum memories.Authors: Julien Laurat, Laboratoire Kastler Brossel
4. 18:00 - 18:30
   M4A.3

   Quantum Enhanced Photonic Sensors

   Presenter: Saikat Guha, University of Arizona, United States

    Presentation Details

   Invited

   Abstract not available.Authors: Saikat Guha, University of Arizona

Multi-Mode Fiber

1. 16:30 - 16:45
   M4B.1

   A Method for Differential Modal Delay Reduction by Using Curvature of few-Mode Optical Fiber in High-Density Cable

   Presenter: Masashi Kikuchi, NTT Corporation, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We propose a method of controlling the differential modal delay of 2LP-mode graded-index fiber by using the curvature of fiber in high-density cable. The method achieved a 50% reduction in the C-L band.Authors: Masashi Kikuchi, NTT Corporation / Takayoshi Mori, NTT Corporation / Yusuke Yamada, NTT Corporation
2. 16:45 - 17:00
   M4B.2

   Definition of Mode Field Diameter for Few-Mode Fibers Based on Stationary Expression of Propagation Constant

   Presenter: Atsushi Nakamura, NTT Corporation, Japan

    Presentation Details   Paper

   We derive a novel definition of mode field diameters (MFDs) for few-mode fibers (FMFs) from the wave equation. The MFDs obtained with our definition are useful in evaluating splice losses of each mode in FMFs.Authors: Atsushi Nakamura, NTT Corporation / Masaharu Ohashi, Osaka Metropolitan University College of Technology / Yusuke Koshikiya, NTT Corporation
3. 17:00 - 17:30
   M4B.3

   Few-Mode Fibers: Characterizations and Applications

   Presenter: Marianne Bigot, Prysmian Group, France

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   We report design guidelines and modal loss characterizations (light scattering and extra-loss phenomena) of few-mode fibers that allow optimizing their crosstalk, differential mode group delay and differential mode attenuation for practical applications.Authors: Marianne Bigot, Prysmian Group / Maroun Bsaibes, Université de Lille / Laurent Bigot, Université de Lille / Yves Quiquempois, Université de Lille / Pierre Sillard, Prysmian Group
4. 17:30 - 17:45
   M4B.4

   Remote Digital Holographic Characterization of a 75.2 km Few-Mode Fiber Without Reference Wave Transfer

   Presenter: Akira Kawai, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories, Japan

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   We characterized inter-mode-group crosstalk of 75.2-km-long three-mode fiber transmission lines with a digital holography system in which a reference wave is “remotely” generated at the output side by utilizing optical injection locking.Authors: Akira Kawai, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Shimpei Shimizu, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Kohki Shibahara, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Takayuki Kobayashi, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Yutaka Miyamoto, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories
5. 17:45 - 18:00
   M4B.5

   55-Spatial-Mode Fiber for Space Division Multiplexing

   Presenter: Pierre Sillard, Prysmian Group, France

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   We report the design and the fabrication of a trench-assisted graded-index-core fiber that supports 55 spatial modes. The fiber is optimized to ensure low macro-bend losses for all the modes, while minimizing the differential-mode-group delays.Authors: Pierre Sillard, Prysmian Group / Marianne Bigot, Prysmian Group / Frank Achten, Prysmian Group / Georg Rademacher, NICT / Ruben Luis, NICT / Benjamin Puttnam, NICT
6. 18:00 - 18:30
   M4B.6

   Processing and Applications of Semiconductor Core Fibers

   Presenter: Ursula Gibson, Norwegian University of Science and Tech, United States

    Presentation Details   Paper

   Invited

   Optical fibers with semiconducting cores permit transmission of signals from the visible to THz wavelengths, and devices can utilize the large nonlinear coefficients of the core materials. Fabrication, post-processing, properties and devices are reviewed.Authors: Ursula Gibson, Norwegian University of Science and Tech

High Power and Comb Laser Sources

1. 16:30 - 16:45
   M4C.1

   Record High Efficiency High-Power Uncooled 1.31 μm CW-DFB Lasers

   Presenter: Milind Gokhale, Casela Technologies, USA, United States

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   We demonstrate record high 75oC power conversion efficiencies of 25% at 100 mW (1mm cavity) and 20% at 200 mW (2mm cavity) for CW-DFB lasers with reliable, kink-free, single-mode operation at 1.31 μm.Authors: Milind Gokhale, Casela Technologies, USA / Mark Emanuel, Casela Technologies, USA / Benjamin Li, Casela Technologies, USA
2. 16:45 - 17:00
   M4C.2

   High Power Uncooled CW-DFB Lasers With High Reliability

   Presenter: Yuanfeng Mao, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., China

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   We demonstrate L-band and O-band CW-DFB lasers with kink-free and stable single mode lasing over 600 mW at 55°C and 200 mW at 85°C, respectively. More than 2000 hours reliable operation at 90°C is achieved.Authors: Yuanfeng Mao, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. / Yuanbing Cheng, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. / Yanbo Li, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. / Tianhai Chang, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
3. 17:00 - 17:15
   M4C.3

   Demonstration of a High-Power and High-Reflection-Tolerance Semiconductor Laser for Co-Packaged Optics

   Presenter: Ning Cheng, Innolight, China

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   A high-power (>100mW) semiconductor laser is demonstrated with a small far-field divergence of 9.3°x17.6°. Under a -19.8dB back-reflection, this laser exhibits little changes in relative intensity noise and almost no power penalty for 53Gbd/s PAM4 transmission.Authors: Ning Cheng, Innolight / Dechao Ban, Innolight / Xuezhe Zheng, Innolight
4. 17:15 - 17:30
   M4C.4

   A High-Power, Power-Efficient 1.3-µm SOA-Integrated DFB Laser for CPO Applications

   Presenter: Daisuke Inoue, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD., Japan

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   We present a high power 1.3-µm SOA-integrated DFB laser which exhibits a power conversion efficiency of more than 25% with output power of 350 mW up to 45°C. This device also shows an averaged RIN of below -155 dB/Hz.Authors: Daisuke Inoue, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD. / Konosuke Aoyama, Sumitomo Electric Device Innovations, Inc. / Naoki Fujiwara, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD. / Daisei Shoji, Sumitomo Electric Device Innovations, Inc. / Harold Kamisugi, Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD.
5. 17:30 - 17:45
   M4C.5

   Fully Integrated III-v-on-Silicon Multi-Port DFB Laser Comb Source for 100 GHz DWDM

   Presenter: Torrey Thiessen, SCINTIL Photonics, Canada

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   We demonstrate a 4λx8 output DFB laser comb source with 94GHz channel spacing. The comb source produces approximately 1mW of fiber-coupled power per wavelength per fiber with 2dB power variability across all 32 output channels.Authors: Torrey Thiessen, SCINTIL Photonics / Jason Mak, SCINTIL Photonics / Florian Denis-Le Coarer, SCINTIL Photonics / Zheng Yong, SCINTIL Photonics / Kevin Froberger, SCINTIL Photonics / Marylise Marchenay, SCINTIL Photonics / Martin Peyrou, SCINTIL Photonics / Laurent Milord, SCINTIL Photonics / Joyce Poon, University of Toronto / Christophe Jany, CEA Leti / Sylvie Menezo, SCINTIL Photonics
6. 17:45 - 18:00
   M4C.6

   100 Gbps/λ Transmission With Quantum Dot O-Band Comb Source Using 50 GBd PAM4/16QAM-OFDM Signals

   Presenter: Lakshmi Narayanan Venkatasubramani, Dublin City University, Ireland

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   We demonstrate a record high transmission rate of 100 Gbps/λ with 50 GBd PAM4 and 16QAM-OFDM signals using a packaged wavelength-tunable InAs/InGaAs quantum dot-based laser comb source for short-reach application. We successfully show the performance is within the standard FEC limits.Authors: Lakshmi Narayanan Venkatasubramani, Dublin City University / Haixuan Xu, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Mikhail Buyalo, Innolume / Alexey Gubenko, Innolume / Yonglin Yu, Huazhong University of Science and Technology / Liam Barry, Dublin City University
7. 18:00 - 18:15
   M4C.7

   Highly Reliable Quantum dot Laser Directly Grown on CMOS Compatible Si (001) Substrate

   Presenter: Xiangjie Zhao, Hisilicon Optoelectronics Co. Ltd., China

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   Highly reliable InAs/GaAs quantum dot laser directly grown on CMOS compatible Si (001) substrate without any predefined pattern or intermediate material. Aging at 85°C 100mA, the laser shows optical power degradation less than 5% after 3000 hours.Authors: Xiangjie Zhao, Hisilicon Optoelectronics Co. Ltd. / Xiang Li, Hisilicon Optoelectronics Co. Ltd. / Guanlin Lou, Hisilicon Optoelectronics Co. Ltd. / Ling Sun, Hisilicon Optoelectronics Co. Ltd. / Shiyong Zhang, Hisilicon Optoelectronics Co. Ltd. / Haihua Qi, Hisilicon Optoelectronics Co. Ltd.
8. 18:15 - 18:30
   M4C.8

   Multi Aperture High Power 100G Single Mode 850nm VCSEL for Extended Reach 800G Ethernet

   Presenter: Nikolay Ledenstov Jr., VI Systems GmbH, Germany

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   The paper presents multi-aperture single mode 850nm VCSEL with optical modulation bandwidth exceeding 30GHz and narrow optical spectrum width enabling long distance high-speed data transmission exceeding 800m over OM4 multi-mode fiber.Authors: Lukasz Chorchos, Warsaw University of Technology / Nikolay Ledenstov Jr., VI Systems GmbH / Oleg Makarov, VI Systems GmbH / Vitaly Shchukin, VI Systems GmbH / Vladimir Kalosha, VI Systems GmbH / Jaroslaw Turkiewicz, Warsaw University of Technology / Nikolay Ledentsov, VI Systems GmbH

High Bandwidth Density Interconnects for Computing

1. 16:30 - 16:45
   M4E.1

   A 0.4 pJ/bit NRZ Voltage Mode VCSEL Driver for up to 224 Gbit/s SWDM Links

   Presenter: Urs Hecht, TU Berlin, Germany

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   We present the first true voltage-mode VCSEL driver achieving 60Gbit/s at peak efficiency of 0.36pJ/bit with BER<1e-12 improving the state-of-the-art by a factor of 2. Transmission experiments showcase error-free 56Gbit/s transmission up to 100m fiber. Advanced demonstration enables even 224Gbit/s when using SWDM at a total efficiency of 0.4pJ/bit.Authors: Urs Hecht, TU Berlin / Helia Ordouei, TU Berlin / Nikolay Ledenstov Jr., Vertically Integrated Systems GmbH (VIS) / Philipp Scholz, TU Berlin / Patrick Kurth, TU Berlin / Ilya E. Titkov, Vertically Integrated Systems GmbH (VIS) / Nikolay Ledentsov, Vertically Integrated Systems GmbH (VIS) / Friedel Gerfers, TU Berlin
2. 16:45 - 17:00
   M4E.2

   30-Gbps/ch x 4 ch Simultaneous Error-Free Transmission With a Low-Power Transmitter Flip-Chip-Bonded 1.3-μm LD-Array-on-Si

   Presenter: Toshiki Kishi, NTT Device Technology Labs., Japan

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   30-Gbps/ch NRZ PRBS-31 x 4 ch simultaneous error-free 1.6-km transmission was achieved with a low-power 4-ch transmitter consisting of 65-nm CMOS cascode shunt LD drivers and flip-chip-bonded LD-array-on-Si, resulting in power efficiency of 1.2 mW/Gbps.Authors: Toshiki Kishi, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Munehiko Nagatani, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Shigeru Kanazawa, NTT Device Innovation Center / Kota Shikama, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Takuro Fujii, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Hidetaka Nishi, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Tadashi Minotani, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Norio Sato, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Toru Segawa, NTT Device Technology Labs. / Shinji Matsuo, NTT Device Technology Labs.
3. 17:00 - 17:30
   M4E.3

   Optical Communication for Data Centers and HPC

   Presenter: Bill Dally, NVIDIA Corporation, United States

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   Invited

   This talk will discuss the needs of data centers and high-performance computers for optical communication. Issues of bandwidth, bandwidth density, cost, and energy efficiency will be discussed. We will also look at the tradeoff between the number of carriers and bit rate per carrier.Authors: Bill Dally, NVIDIA Corporation
4. 17:30 - 17:45
   M4E.4

   Simultaneous Error-Free Data Modulation With Silicon Microdisks in the Multi-FSR Regime for Scalable DWDM Links

   Presenter: Vignesh Gopal, Columbia University, United States

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   We demonstrate simultaneous error-free modulation of wavelength channels with spectral separation exceeding the individual microdisk FSR. The channels, re-interleaved onto a single optical output, are demultiplexed using ring filters validating the scalable transceiver architecture.Authors: Vignesh Gopal, Columbia University / Anthony Rizzo, Columbia University / Maarten Hattink, Columbia University / Asher Novick, Columbia University / James Robinson, Columbia University / Kaveh Hosseini, Intel Corporation / Tim Hoang, Intel Corporation / Keren Bergman, Columbia University
5. 17:45 - 18:00
   M4E.5

   A Kind of Low-Modal-Crosstalk Mode DEMUX for Stable DSP-Free IM/DD MDM Transmission

   Presenter: Jian Cui, Peking University, China

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   A low-modal-crosstalk 4-LP-mode demultiplexer with orthogonal combiner for degenerate mode reception is designed and fabricated by side-polishing processing, based on which DSP-free IM/DD MDM-WDM transmission over 20-km weakly-coupled FMF are experimentally demonstrated.Authors: Jian Cui, Peking University / Yuyang Gao, Peking University / Shuailuo Huang, Peking University / Jinyi Yu, Peking University / Lei Shen, YOFC / Lei Zhang, YOFC / Changkun Yan, YOFC / Liubo Yang, YOFC / Ruichun Wang, YOFC / Yongqi He, Peking University / Zhangyuan Chen, Peking University / Juhao Li, Peking University
6. 18:00 - 18:30
   M4E.6

   Developments of VCSEL-Based CPO Transceivers Beyond 1Tbps

   Presenter: Daniel Kuchta, IBM TJ Watson Research Center, United States

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   Invited

   This paper covers recent industry developments in VCSEL-based transceivers that are designed for co-packaging on a first level package with ASICs, such as CPUs, GPUs, and data center switches.Authors: Daniel Kuchta, IBM TJ Watson Research Center

Multi-X Networks

1. 16:30 - 16:45
   M4G.1

   Experimental Demonstration of Cascadable PPLN-Based Inter-Band Wavelength Converters for Band-Switchable Multi-Band Optical Cross-Connect

   Presenter: Haruka Minami, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories, Japan

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   Top Scored

   We experimentally demonstrate the cascadability of PPLN-based inter-band wavelength converters to realize band-switchable multi-band optical cross-connect. Experimental results show that input power optimization can reduce the degradation in transmission quality even when traversing >20 converters.Authors: Haruka Minami, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories / Kenta Hirose, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories / Takafumi Fukatani, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories / Masahiro Nakagawa, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories / Takeshi Seki, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories / Shimpei Shimizu, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Takayuki Kobayashi, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Takushi Kazama, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Koji Enbutsu, NTT Device Technology Laboratories / Kei Watanabe, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Takeshi Umeki, NTT Network Innovation Laboratories / Takashi Miyamura, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories / Takeshi Kuwahara, NTT Network Service Systems Laboratories
2. 16:45 - 17:00
   M4G.2

   Enabling Multiband Transmission and Programmability in Disaggregated Optical Metro Networks

   Presenter: Laia Nadal Reixats, Ctr Tecnològic de Telecom de Catalunya, Spain

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   A multi band (MB) sliceable bandwidth/bit rate variable (S-BVT) architecture is experimentally assessed over a disaggregated optical metro network. The programmability of the MB S-BVT is demonstrated by the implementation of an OpenConfig SDN agent.Authors: Laia Nadal Reixats, Ctr Tecnològic de Telecom de Catalunya / Ramon Casellas, Ctr Tecnològic de Telecom de Catalunya / Josep Maria Fabrega, Ctr Tecnològic de Telecom de Catalunya / F. Javier Vílchez, Ctr Tecnològic de Telecom de Catalunya / Michela Svaluto Moreolo, Ctr Tecnològic de Telecom de Catalunya
3. 17:00 - 17:15
   M4G.3

   Demonstration of Multi-Hop Mode-Group Routing in a Field-Deployed Multi-Mode Fiber Network

   Presenter: Paola Parolari, Politecnico di Milano, Italy

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   Space-division multiplexing can enhance node flexibility in urban networks by exploiting routing of weakly coupled mode groups. We demonstrate multi-hop Tb/s group routing in different switching scenarios in the deployed 15-mode fiber-ring in L’Aquila, ItalyAuthors: Paola Parolari, Politecnico di Milano / Alberto Gatto, Politecnico di Milano / Ruben Luis, National Institute of Information and Comm. Technology / Georg Rademacher, National Institute of Information and Comm. Technology / Benjamin Puttnam, National Institute of Information and Comm. Technology / Robert Emmerich, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Colja Schubert, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute / Giuseppe Ferri, Prysmian Group / Frank Achten, Prysmian Group / Pierre Sillard, Prysmian Group / Paolo Martelli, Politecnico di Milano / Giammarco Di Sciullo, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Fabio Graziosi, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Andrea Marotta, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Antonio Mecozzi, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Cristian Antonelli, University of L’Aquila and CNIT / Pierpaolo Boffi, Politecnico di Milano
4. 17:15 - 17:30
   M4G.4

   Cost-Effective Network Capacity Enhancement With Multi-Band Virtual Bypass Links

   Presenter: Daisuke Saito, Nagoya University, Japan

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   A cost-effective network expansion method through the use of virtual links in which multi-band transmission is introduced. Network capacity enhancement reaches over 10% just with the introduction of a few virtual links on each topology.Authors: Daisuke Saito, Nagoya University / Yojiro Mori, Nagoya University / Kohei Hosokawa, NEC corporation / Shigeyuki Yanagimachi, NEC corporation / Hiroshi Hasegawa, Nagoya University
5. 17:30 - 17:45
   M4G.5

   Modular Optical Nodes With Anylane Add-Drop for Spatial Division Multiplexed Networks

   Presenter: Jesse Simsarian, Nokia Bell Labs, United States

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   We compare anylane add-drop optical nodes with modular architectures for spatial-division multiplexed (SDM) networks. By modifying open-source GNPy for SDM, we present simulations that show lower blocking probability for networks that utilize anylane add-drop architectures.Authors: Che-Yu Liu, University of California, Davis / David Neilson, Nokia Bell Labs / Roland Ryf, Nokia Bell Labs / S. J. Ben Yoo, University of California, Davis / Jesse Simsarian, Nokia Bell Labs
6. 17:45 - 18:00
   M4G.6

   On the Impact of Fault-Induced Power Transients in Wideband Optical Networks

   Presenter: Andre Souza, INFINERA UNIPESSOAL LDA, NIF 510553079, Portugal

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   We study the consequences of power transients caused by link failures and stimulated Raman scattering in multi-band networks. Results show that carefully optimizing transient margins should avoid high capacity reduction and excessive costs.Authors: Andre Souza, INFINERA UNIPESSOAL LDA, NIF 510553079 / António Eira, INFINERA UNIPESSOAL LDA, NIF 510553079 / Nelson Costa, INFINERA UNIPESSOAL LDA, NIF 510553079 / João Pedro, INFINERA UNIPESSOAL LDA, NIF 510553079 / João Pires, Instituto Superior Técnico
7. 18:00 - 18:15
   M4G.7

   Single Multicore-Fiber Bidirectional Spatial Channel Network Based on Spatial Cross-Connect and Multicore EDFA Efficiently Accommodating Asymmetric Traffic

   Presenter: Kyousuke Nakada, Kagawa University, Japan

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   Top Scored

   A single multicore-fiber bidirectional spatial channel network that efficiently accommodates asymmetric traffic is proposed and demonstrated using a core-selective-switch-based spatial cross-connect with an M×N wavelength-selective switch and a bidirectional multicore EDFA with reversible optical isolators.Authors: Kyousuke Nakada, Kagawa University / Hitoshi Takeshita, NEC Corporation / Yuki Kuno, santec corporation / Yusuke Matsuno, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Itsuki Urashima, Kagawa University / Yuusuke Shimomura, NEC Corporation / Yuji Hotta, santec corporation / Tsubasa Sasaki, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Yudai Uchida, Kagawa University / Kohei Hosokawa, NEC Corporation / Ryohei Otowa, santec corporation / Rika Tahara, Kagawa University / Emmanuel Le Taillandier de Gabory, NEC Corporation / Yasuki Sakurai, santec corporation / Ryuichi Sugizaki, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. / Masahiko Jinno, Kagawa University
8. 18:15 - 18:30
   M4G.8

   Architecture and Performance Evaluation of Bundled-Path-Routing Multi-Band Optical Networks

   Presenter: Ryuji Munakata, Nagoya University, Japan

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   We propose a novel bundled-path-routing node architecture for multi-band optical networks and a network design algorithm based on graph degeneration. Feasibility is demonstrated through experiments on a prototype with 300.8 Tbps throughput.Authors: Ryuji Munakata, Nagoya University / Takuma Kuno, Nagoya University / Yojiro Mori, Nagoya University / Shih-Chun Lin, North Carolina State University / Motoharu Matsuura, University of Electro-communications / Suresh Subramaniam, George Washington University / Hiroshi Hasegawa, Nagoya University

Passive Silicon Photonic Devices

1. 16:30 - 16:45
   M4I.1

   CMOS-Foundry Compatible, Broadband, and Compact Routing of Multimode SOI Waveguides

   Presenter: Asher Novick, Columbia University, United States

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   We demonstrate a CMOS-foundry compatible, broadband, and compact platform for routing multimode wavguides. Insertion loss of <0.5dB and modal cross-talk of <-15dB are measured for 90○ and 180○ Reff<3µm bends supporting over 200nm of bandwidth.Authors: Asher Novick, Columbia University / Kaylx Jang, Columbia University / Anthony Rizzo, Columbia University / Aneek James, Columbia University / Utsav Dave, Columbia University / Michal Lipson, Columbia University / Keren Bergman, Columbia University
2. 16:45 - 17:00
   M4I.2

   Passive Integrated Athermal (De)Multiplexers on 300 mm Silicon Photonics Wafers

   Presenter: Yun Gao, Analog Photonics LLC, United States

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   We demonstrate passive integrated athermal (de)multiplexers showing near 0 pm/°C wavelength shift from 20 to 80 °C on 300 mm silicon photonics wafers. Wafer-scale data shows its high fabrication tolerance for next-generation optical transceiver systems.Authors: Yun Gao, Analog Photonics LLC / Noah Pestana, Analog Photonics LLC / Skylar Deckoff-Jones, Analog Photonics LLC / Jiajiu Zheng, Analog Photonics LLC / Jordan Goldstein, Analog Photonics LLC / Andrew Netherton, University of California Santa Barbara / Ren-Jye Shiue, Analog Photonics LLC / Michael Watts, Analog Photonics LLC / Chris Poulton, Analog Photonics LLC
3. 17:00 - 17:15
   M4I.3

   Wafer Scale Ge-on-Si Metalens for the mid-Infrared

   Presenter: Lennon Lee, Institute of Microelectronics, Singapore

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   We report the first demonstration of metalens devices fabricated on an 8-inch Ge-on-Si wafer for the mid-infrared regime. Experimental observations of beam focusing show good match with the design.Authors: Yanyan Zhou, Institute of Microelectronics / Qize Zhong, Institute of Microelectronics / Zhihao Ren, National University of Singapore / Landobasa Tobing, Institute of Microelectronics / Yuan Hsing Fu, Institute of Microelectronics / Rachel Ang, Institute of Microelectronics / Bo Li, Institute of Microelectronics / Hong Zhou, National University of Singapore / Chengkuo Lee, National University of Singapore / Lennon Lee, Institute of Microelectronics
4. 17:15 - 17:30
   M4I.4

   Low-Reflection Ultrahigh-Extinction-Ratio All-Silicon TM-Pass Polarizer Covering E to U Optical Communication Bands

   Presenter: Guanglian Cheng, Huazhong University of Science and Techn, China

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   We design and demonstrate a low-reflection TM-pass polarizer with high polarization extinction ratio > 30 dB over a 260 nm bandwidth. The fabricated polarizer exhibits excess loss < 0.9 dB for 1410-1700 nm wavelength range.Authors: Guanglian Cheng, Huazhong University of Science and Techn / Qiyuan Yi, Huazhong University of Science and Techn / Zhiwei Yan, Huazhong University of Science and Techn / Qiyuan Li, Huazhong University of Science and Techn / Chaotan Sima, Huazhong University of Science and Techn / Li Shen, Huazhong University of Science and Techn / Fanglu Xu, Huazhong University of Science and Techn
5. 17:30 - 18:30
   M4I.5

   Tutorial on Silicon Photonics Applications

   Presenter: Tomoyuki Akiyama, Fujitsu Limited, Japan

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   Tutorial

   This tutorial reviews history of silicon photonics from early-stage proof of concept to recent diverging applications based on large-scale integration, covering breakthrough technologies and key future prospects.Authors: Tomoyuki Akiyama, Fujitsu Limited

Photonic Switching Devices

1. 16:30 - 17:00
   M4J.1

   All-Optical Switching Past, Present, and Future

   Presenter: Richard Jensen, Huber+Suhner Polatis, United States

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   Invited

   This paper covers developments in all-optical switching applications over time, along with current and emerging trends. Large all-optical switching deployments have been growing steadily and are now poised for wide-scale deployment in networks and datacenters.Authors: Richard Jensen, Huber+Suhner Polatis / Rohit Kunjappa, Huber+Suhner Polatis / Nick Parsons, Huber+Suhner Polatis
2. 17:00 - 17:15
   M4J.2

   Core-to-Core Switching Module for 4-Core MCFs Using Silicon Photonics Matrix Switch Incorporating Silicon Vertically Curved Optical Coupler

   Presenter: Tomoya Yoshida, AIST, Japan

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   We developed MCF core-to-core path-switching module using vertically curved silicon couplers. MCFs were directly mounted using passive pre-alignment with transmission camera observation. 32-Gbaud DP-QPSK signal transmission over the switch module was possible without significant penalty.Authors: Tomoya Yoshida, AIST / Yuki Atsumi, AIST / Emiko Omoda, AIST / Katsuya Kito, Kohoku Kogyo Co. Ltd. / Katsuhiro Iwasaki, Kohoku Kogyo Co. Ltd. / Yusuke Kinoshita, Kohoku Kogyo Co. Ltd. / Tomoaki Kiriyama, Kohoku Kogyo Co. Ltd. / Ryotaro Konoike, AIST / Keijiro Suzuki, AIST / Ryosuke Matsumoto, AIST / Takashi Inoue, AIST / Kazuhiro Ikeda, AIST / Takashi Kato, Kohoku Kogyo Co. Ltd. / Youichi Sakakibara, AIST
3. 17:15 - 17:30
   M4J.3

   C- and L-Band low Polarization Sensitive Nanosecond 1×2 Electro-Optic MZI Switch on 3-μm Thick Silicon Platform

   Presenter: Yu Wang, Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands

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   We fabricated and assessed a wideband (C-/L- band) nanosecond 1×2 electro-optic switch in 3-μm thick silicon. Results show 2.5dB lowest insertion loss, 16dB averaged extinction ration, 2.5dB polarization dependent loss and 6-ns switching time.Authors: Yu Wang, Eindhoven University of Technology / Srivathsa Bhat, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland / Bin Shi, Eindhoven University of Technology / Timo Aalto, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland / Nicola Calabretta, Eindhoven University of Technology
4. 17:30 - 17:45
   M4J.4

   Core-Selective Switch for SDM Network Based on LCPG and MEMS Technology

   Presenter: Yuki Kuno, SANTEC CORPORATION, Japan

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   We propose a core selective switch (CSS) with VOA function utilizing liquid crystal polarization grating and MEMS technology. The prototype of 19-core 1×8 CSS showed an attenuation of 19.5 dB with more than 35 dB optical crosstalk.Authors: Yuki Kuno, SANTEC CORPORATION / Masahiro Kawasugi, SANTEC CORPORATION / Yuji Hotta, SANTEC CORPORATION / Ryohei Otowa, SANTEC CORPORATION / Makoto Mizoguchi, SANTEC CORPORATION / Yasuki Sakurai, SANTEC CORPORATION
5. 17:45 - 18:00
   M4J.5

   Performance Verification of 7,424 × 7,424 Optical Switch Offering 1.4 μs Switching Time

   Presenter: Ryosuke Matsumoto, National Institute of Advanced Industria, Japan

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   Top Scored

   We experimentally verify performance of 7,424×7,424 optical switches that offer 1.4-μs switching time. Two key enablers are reported; newly developed polarization-insensitive 64×1 silicon-photonic switches integrated with wavelength-tunable filters, and a fast burst-mode coherent receiver.Authors: Ryosuke Matsumoto, National Institute of Advanced Industria / Ryotaro Konoike, National Institute of Advanced Industria / Hiroyuki Matsuura, National Institute of Advanced Industria / Keijiro Suzuki, National Institute of Advanced Industria / Takashi Inoue, National Institute of Advanced Industria / Kazuhiro Ikeda, National Institute of Advanced Industria / Shu Namiki, National Institute of Advanced Industria / Ken-ichi Sato, National Institute of Advanced Industria
6. 18:00 - 18:30
   M4J.6

   Large-Scale High-Speed Photonic Switches Fabricated on Silicon-Based Photonic Platforms

   Presenter: Tao Chu, Zhejiang University, China

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   Invited

   Large-scale high-speed photonic switches were demonstrated on silicon-on-insulator and thin-film Lithium Niobate platforms, respectively. Ultra-low-loss spot-size-converter, grating coupler, waveguide crossing, and high-speed switch unit are developed, as well as an integrated 128 × 128 switch.Authors: Tao Chu, Zhejiang University / Nuo Chen, Zhejiang University / Weijie Tang, Zhejiang Laboratory / Yating Wu, Zhejiang University