Ciena‘s patent describes systems and methods for optimizing optical channel provisioning in networks. The process involves measuring performance parameters of optical channels, creating a performance profile, and using this data to configure and provision network elements for improved operation. GlobalData’s report on Ciena gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Ciena, Data center optical networking was a key innovation area identified from patents. Ciena's grant share as of June 2024 was 74%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Provisioning optical channels in optical networks
The granted patent US12047116B2 describes a non-transitory computer-readable medium and a method for optimizing the performance of optical line systems. The invention involves a computer system that receives measured optical performance parameters from multiple optical channels transmitted over an optical spectrum between two network elements. These parameters are gathered from optical modems at either network element, specifically for unassigned optical channels. The system then determines a performance profile based on these measurements, translates this profile into configuration information, and provisions the network elements accordingly. This process aims to enhance the operational efficiency of the optical line system.
Key features of the invention include the capability of optical modems to send test signals across the optical spectrum at various baud rates, allowing for comprehensive performance assessment. The performance profile may encompass various parameters such as deadbands, guardbands, and passbands, which are crucial for effective filtering and optimization. The configuration information is tailored based on factors like operational lifetime, capacity, and available degrees of freedom in the modems, which include settings for baud rates and power. Notably, the provisioning can be executed as Zero Touch Provisioning, enabling automatic configuration of new circuit packs without human intervention, thereby streamlining the management of optical line systems.
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