A CONCEPTUAL STUDY ON HYBRID WIRELESS-OPTICAL COMMUNICATION NETWORKS
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https://doi.org/10.21276/IERJ252647874602Keywords:
Hybrid Wireless-Optical Networks, Radio-over-Fiber (RoF), Free-Space Optics (FSO), Visible Light, Visible Light Communication (VLC), Energy-Efficient CommunicationAbstract
Hybrid wireless-optical communication networks combine the flexibility and mobility of wireless systems with the high capacity and low latency of optical networks to address the increasing demands of next-generation communication systems. This study explores the synergy between wireless and optical technologies, focusing on their complementary strengths, such as enhanced coverage, scalability, and energy efficiency. Key performance metrics, including data throughput, latency, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), energy efficiency, and network scalability, are analyzed to demonstrate the advantages of hybrid systems. Simulation results reveal significant improvements in throughput, latency, and energy efficiency, making hybrid networks ideal for applications like 5G/6G, smart cities, and IoT ecosystems. Challenges such as signal conversion, network management, and deployment costs are addressed through innovative solutions, positioning hybrid wireless-optical systems as a transformative approach for future communication networks.
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