Coherent Transceiver Architecture for Secure Data Transmission and Optical Identification

แนวคิดหลัก

A novel coherent transceiver architecture that enables both data transmission and optical identification, improving the overall security of the optical network.

บทคัดย่อ

The content presents a coherent transceiver (C-TRX) architecture that can perform both data transmission and optical identification (OI) to enhance the security of optical networks.

Key highlights:

• OI using coherent optical frequency domain reflectometry (C-OFDR) allows identifying optical sub-systems by their unique Rayleigh backscattering pattern (RBP), without the need for additional devices.
• The proposed C-TRX architecture is similar to a conventional one, with minor modifications to enable switching between data transmission and OI modes.
• In OI mode, the C-TRX sends a frequency sweep to the target sub-system, detects the RBP, and compares it with the known signature to identify the sub-system.
• Simulations show that the OI can achieve a probability of false positive and false negative below 10^-10 in standard operating conditions, by tuning parameters like launch power, measurement time, and frequency sweep range.
• The reliability of OI improves as the frequency sweep range increases, with a weighted wrong identification below 10^-20 for a 50 GHz sweep range and SNR above 7 dB.
• The C-TRX can suspend data transmission for a short time (less than 0.1 ms) to perform OI, ensuring security without significantly impacting the data transmission.

สถิติ

The content includes the following key figures and metrics:

Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) on the detected photocurrent, which can be increased by higher launch power or longer measurement time, but decreases with distance due to fiber attenuation.
Probability of false positive and false negative in optical identification, which can be reduced to below 10^-10 with an SNR of 30 dB and a 10 GHz frequency sweep range.
The reliability of optical identification, measured as weighted wrong identification, which can be below 10^-20 with a 50 GHz frequency sweep range and an SNR above 7 dB.

คำพูด

"The reliability increases, i.e., the WWI decreases, when ∆F increases, with values below 10−20 for SNR ≥7dB with ∆F = 50 GHz."
"The results show that security is guaranteed in different scenarios by tuning the measure parameters, e.g., probability of false positive/negative below 10−20 suspending data transmission for less than 10−4s with C-TRX bandwidth of 25GHz, at a distance lower than 10km."

ข้อมูลเชิงลึกที่สำคัญจาก

Coherent transceiver architecture enabling data transmission and optical identification

by Stel... ที่ arxiv.org 04-09-2024

https://arxiv.org/pdf/2404.05278.pdf

สอบถามเพิ่มเติม

How can the proposed C-TRX architecture be extended to support multiple optical sub-systems identification simultaneously?

The proposed C-TRX architecture can be extended to support multiple optical sub-systems identification simultaneously by incorporating wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) techniques. By assigning different wavelengths to each optical sub-system, multiple identifications can occur concurrently. Each sub-system would have a unique signature based on its wavelength, allowing for simultaneous identification without interference. Additionally, the architecture can include multiple circulators and switches to route the signals from different sub-systems to the coherent receiver for identification. This approach enables efficient and parallel identification of various optical components within the network.

What are the potential challenges and trade-offs in implementing the C-TRX architecture in real-world optical networks with diverse topologies and link lengths?

Implementing the C-TRX architecture in real-world optical networks with diverse topologies and link lengths may face several challenges and trade-offs. One challenge is the optimization of the system parameters, such as laser power, sweep time, and bandwidth, to ensure reliable identification across varying distances and network configurations. Trade-offs may arise between the resolution of the identification process and the speed of identification, requiring a balance between accuracy and efficiency.
Another challenge is the integration of the C-TRX architecture into existing optical network infrastructures, which may involve compatibility issues and the need for additional components or modifications. Moreover, the scalability of the architecture to accommodate a large number of optical sub-systems for identification without compromising performance is a significant consideration. Trade-offs between system complexity, cost, and identification accuracy must be carefully evaluated in real-world deployments.

How can the optical identification technique be combined with other physical layer security approaches, such as quantum key distribution or steganography, to provide a more comprehensive security solution for optical networks?

The optical identification technique can be combined with other physical layer security approaches, such as quantum key distribution (QKD) or steganography, to enhance the overall security of optical networks. By integrating optical identification with QKD, a dual-layer security mechanism can be established, where the identification process verifies the authenticity of network components, while QKD ensures secure key exchange between trusted entities. This combination strengthens the network's resilience against eavesdropping and unauthorized access.
Similarly, integrating optical identification with steganography allows for hidden communication channels within the network, further concealing sensitive information and enhancing data security. By embedding identification signatures within steganographic cover objects, the network can achieve both authentication and covert communication capabilities. This comprehensive security solution leverages the strengths of each approach to create a robust defense mechanism against various cyber threats in optical networks.