Paper 13355-94
Paper 13355-94
Wavelength-dependent performance of OAM-based optical communication in foggy conditions
28 January 2025 • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PST | Moscone West, Room 2003 (Level 2)
Abstract
This research investigates the performance of laser communication systems using beams carrying Orbital Angular Momentum (OAM) as they propagate through diffuse media, such as fog. Foggy environments, characterized by scattering and attenuation, often degrade the quality of optical signals, leading to significant power loss and increased transmission errors. To address these challenges, the study explores the impact of varying wavelengths and different OAM modes on the overall communication system. The findings suggest that by carefully selecting the appropriate wavelengths and OAM modes, it is possible to significantly improve the reliability of optical communication systems under adverse environmental conditions.
Presenter
Ayush Mehra
Ben-Gurion Univ. of the Negev (Israel)
Ayush Mehra is a PhD student in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel, under the mentorship of Professor Shlomi Arnon. He earned his MTech in RF and photonics from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. His research explores free-space optical communication and structured light beams, aiming to advance high-capacity and high-efficiency communication systems. Ayush is dedicated to leveraging his expertise in optical communication to contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies for the next generation of communication networks.