BITS

PILANI
OPTICAL FIBER COMMUNICATIONS ASSIGNMENT
MARKS 10; Deadline: 30th May 2014
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Read carefully and solve the following question Explanation is expected in terms of Case Study.
The number of answer pages is not limited.
2. Marks are distributed as per below:
a. Appropriate logic, depth of topic with diagrams and explanation labels 4 Marks
b. Definitions and Equations and Description 3 Marks
c. New concept/idea 2 Marks
d. Neatness and good presentation 1 Mark.
3. The Answer sheet must be hand written by each participant and submitted on the following
email id as a scanned copy with a clearly mentioned name and roll number. Do not email the
individual scans. Club the scan into a booklet and send.
4. (Email: milkywayoffice@yahoo.com)
5. Mention in the subject line: BITS OFC Assignment, Roll Number:
6. Avoid copying others. Be ingenious.

QUESTION (As a Case study)

Design an Optical Networks. Describe all types, topologies, architectures and applications.
Describe the multiplexors, modulators used in each network and your selected choice (e.g.
ADM).
Describe further a complete design consideration of MAN using optical fiber technology.
Assume necessary parameters.
[All kinds of references are allowed. Use of books, handbooks and Internet is permitted. Your
ingenuity will carry maximum marks.]
Thank you
Parag Mahajani