Analysis and Simulation of Polarization Mode Dispersion in SMF

Abstract

A statistical specification on PMD, however, can lead to a statistical boundary on the DGD values for the population as a whole. The first consideration, it is desirable to define a single statistical metric for the distribution of the PMD values that are measured on optical fiber cables. The metric therefore must incorporate both aspects of process mean and process variability. The calculations are done with PMD values that are representative of a given cable construction and design. Four different samples are used of variant designs and are simulated. The PMD is created during fiber manufacturing, affected during cable manufacturing, installation and by the environment. Thus it is essential to measure PMD at every stage of the fiber life.