Multiwavelength Optical Networks

Along with the explosive growth of network traffic, multiwavelength optical networks are believed to be the technology that will support the ever-increasing bandwidth demands and will be the backbone for the next generation of the Internet. This title systematically studies the major research issues in WDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing) optical networks, such as routing and wavelength assignment, QoS multicast routing, design of logical topologies, and placement of wavelength converters. The book consists of two parts. The first part studies the fundamental concepts and principles of WDM networks. The second part discusses advanced and research issues of WDM networks.