Using Hermite-Gaussian Modes for Free-Space Optical Communication

Milione, G., Ndagano, B. , Mphuthi, N. and Forbes, A. (2018) Using Hermite-Gaussian Modes for Free-Space Optical Communication. Complex Light and Optical Forces XII, San Francisco, CA, USA, 27 Jan - 01 Feb 2018. ISBN 9781510615830 (doi: 10.1117/12.2292578)

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Abstract

There is interest in using spatial modes of light to increase the data speed of free-space optical communication where, each spatial mode can be used as a state or channel with which to encode or carry data, respectively. Here, the use of Hermite-Gaussian modes for free-space optical communication is investigated. It is shown that due their symmetry with respect to lateral displacement, as compared to other spatial modes, such as, orbital angular momentum modes, a subset of Hermite-Gaussian modes can experience less mode-crosstalk and -dependent loss when laterally displaced at the data receiver.

Item Type:Conference or Workshop Item
Additional Information:Conference presentation.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Ndagano, Mr Bienvenu
Authors: Milione, G., Ndagano, B., Mphuthi, N., and Forbes, A.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Physics and Astronomy
ISSN:0277-786X
ISBN:9781510615830
Published Online:14 March 2018

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