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Design optimization of dispersion compensating fibers and their packaging techniques

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Design optimization of dispersion compensating fibers (DCFs) based on the fundamental mode is described considering the packaging technique. Optical performances of the DCF modules are mainly limited by the macro-, micro-bending loss and the polarization mode dispersion that strongly depend on the module structure. Two types of DCF modules are demonstrated as examples. Bobbin-less module structure that mitigates the bending limit is also described.

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    T. Kato, M. Hirano, T. Fujii, T. Yokokawa, Y. Yamamoto & M. Onishi

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Kato, T., Hirano, M., Fujii, T. et al. Design optimization of dispersion compensating fibers and their packaging techniques. J Optic Comm Rep 4, 86–109 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10297-006-0074-4

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