Excited to share my latest work on chirp compensation using a nonlinear model (NLM) to mitigate the effects of directly modulated VCSELs (DMVCSELs)!

By leveraging a Hammerstein-Wiener (HW) system, our trained model utilizes a phase modulator (PM) to correct phase distortions in optical signals. The system takes an electrical modulated data signal from the DAC, processes it through the NLM, and applies a time-dependent phase correction to align with the RF signal. This significantly reduces chirp-induced impairments, enhancing signal integrity and transmission quality.

🔬 Key Highlights:
✅ Nonlinear modeling for precise chirp compensation
✅ HW system applies nonlinear functions to capture real-world signal dynamics
✅ Improved optical transmission performance using phase correction

The implementation structure (Fig. 5-19) showcases how the HW system efficiently models nonlinearities while maintaining system dynamics. Looking forward to further developments in this area!

Let’s connect and discuss more about nonlinear signal processing and optical communication advancements! 🚀💡

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