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BER improvement of 15 decades is observed using an asymmetric NOLM at a bitrate of 40Gbit/s and an input OSNR of 28.7dB. The BER improvement can be converted into 3.9dB of OSNR gain. Both were achieved by optimizing NOLM input power and splitting ratio. This allows for longer spans and thus reduces the over all amount of amplifiers or allows for an increased system reach.
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Meissner, M. et al. (2005). BER Improvement Using a 2-R Regenerator Based on an Asymmetric Nonlinear Optical Loop Mirror. In: Kitayama, KI., Masetti-Placci, F., Prati, G. (eds) Optical Networks and Technologies. IFIP International Federation for Information Processing, vol 164. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-387-23178-1_56
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