This course aims to introduce the principles of free-space optical communication, covering propagation effects, channel impairments in turbulent media, noise sources, modulation, and multiplexing techniques. The course also covers compensation methods such as diversity, multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), and adaptive optics to handle atmospheric turbulence effects.
MATLAB
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
(1) Describe the concepts of signal propagation in free-space, outdoor, and deep-space environments,
(2) Explain propagation effects to assess their impact on signal transmission quality,
(3) Apply modulation and multiplexing techniques customized for optimizing the performance of free-space optical communication,
(4) Analyze noise sources affecting optical communication systems and categorize approaches for noise reduction,
(5) Evaluate the effectiveness of compensation techniques, such as diversity, MIMO, and adaptive optics, in managing atmospheric turbulence effects,
(6) Devise spatial diversity, MIMO, and adaptive optics techniques for turbulence management to enhance communication performance.
(1) Majumdar, A. K. (2015). Advanced Free Space Optics (FSO): A System Approach. New York, Springer.
(2) Ghassemlooy Z., Popoola W., & Rajbhandari S. (2013). Optical Wireless Communications: System and Channel Modelling with MATLAB®. Boca Raton, Florida, USA: CRC Press.
Test/Exam (60%), Case Studies / Homework (40%)
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 42 |
| Course Readings | 70 |
| Exams/Quizzes | 70 |
| Case Study Analysis | 43 |