We examine proactive network optimization in reconfigurable optical networks based on
traffic predictions. Specifically, the fair spectrum allocation (SA) problem is examined for a …

Traditionally, the bandwidth allocation problem is solved by maximizing network efficiency,
which may however leave some connections unserved. This clearly leads to an unfair …

Network utility maximization (NUM) models have been successfully applied to address
multiple resource-allocation problems in communication networks. This paper explores, for …

We propose an α-fair routing and spectrum allocation (RSA) framework for reconIlgurable
elastic optical networks under modeled tidal trafIlc, that is based on the maximization of the …

The Passive Optical Network (PON) is an attractive solution for high-bandwidth access
networks. In the context of a broadband access network, the term open access implies the …

In communication networks, traffic carried over long paths suffers from a higher call blocking
probability (CBP) than those carried over short paths. This is a well-known fairness problem …

Survivability is a critical issue in high-capacity wavelength division multiplexing based
optical networks, since even a disruption for a very short time could result in the loss of a …

Γ-Robust Network Design for Mixed-Line-Rate-Planning of Optical Networks Page 1 JTh2A.02.pdf
OFC/NFOEC Technical Digest © 2013 OSA Γ-Robust Network Design for Mixed-Line-Rate-Planning …

In optical networks, the reach of the optical signal is controlled by the receiver's capability to
successfully receive the signal, degraded due to optical impairments and noise. This reach …

Network operators are facing hard competition for opportunities in the telecommunications
market, forcing network investments to be carefully evaluated before the decision-making …