Visible light communication (VLC) using white LEDs is emerging as a key technology for ubiquitous communication systems and has some advantages over the radio frequency counterpart, such as high bandwidth density, licence-free spectrum, security, cost-effectiveness, low energy consumption and dual use (i.e. they simultaneously allow for both data communication and illumination). In this reported work, the integration of radio-over-fibre and VLC technologies, into a hybrid system for indoor communication, is experimentally demonstrated. The system, realised according to the IEEE 802.11g standard, works effectively at typical office luminance level.
Demonstrating a hybrid radio-over-fibre and visible light communication system
PRESI, Marco;
2011-01-01
Abstract
Visible light communication (VLC) using white LEDs is emerging as a key technology for ubiquitous communication systems and has some advantages over the radio frequency counterpart, such as high bandwidth density, licence-free spectrum, security, cost-effectiveness, low energy consumption and dual use (i.e. they simultaneously allow for both data communication and illumination). In this reported work, the integration of radio-over-fibre and VLC technologies, into a hybrid system for indoor communication, is experimentally demonstrated. The system, realised according to the IEEE 802.11g standard, works effectively at typical office luminance level.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
