The ComSoc Guide to Next Generation Optical Transport: SDH/SONET/OTN (ComSoc Guides to Communications Technologies) Book

A comprehensive guide to SDH, SONET, and OTNThe ComSoc Guide to Next Generation Optical Transport provides a unique overview of SDH and OTN for engineers who are new to the field, as well as manufacturers, network operators, and graduate students who need a basic understanding of the topics. Fully up-to-date with the latest research and written by one of the foremost experts in the field, it covers:Network architecturesFrames and structuresNetwork modelingPacket transport network modelingFrequency justificationProtection mechanismsMapping methodologiesConcatenationSDH and SONET overhead processingThe book is complemented with 200 illustrations that explain key concepts in an easy-to-understand format, while references point readers to the appropriate standards documents for further reading. Whether you're new to the field or just need a basic understanding of SDH, this is a must-have guide.Read More