Florence Rashidi

Bio: Florence Rashidi is an academic researcher from Hunan University. The author has contributed to research in topics: Communications system & Communication channel. The author has an hindex of 2, co-authored 2 publications receiving 42 citations. Previous affiliations of Florence Rashidi include University of Dodoma.

Performance Investigation of FSO-OFDM Communication Systems under the Heavy Rain Weather

Abstract: Abstract The challenge in the free-space optical (FSO) communication is the propagation of optical signal through different atmospheric conditions such as rain, snow and fog. In this paper, an orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing technique (OFDM) is proposed in the FSO communication system. Meanwhile, considering the rain attenuation models based on Marshal & Palmer and Carbonneau models, the performance of FSO communication system based on the OFDM is evaluated under the heavy-rain condition in Changsha, China. The simulation results show that, under a heavy-rainfall condition of 106.18 mm/h, with an attenuation factor of 7 dB/km based on the Marshal & Palmer model, the bit rate of 2.5 and 4.0 Gbps data can be transmitted over the FSO channels of 1.6 and 1.3 km, respectively, and the bit error rate of less than 1E − 4 can be achieved. In addition, the effect on rain attenuation over the FSO communication system based on the Marshal & Palmer model is less than that of the Carbonneau model.

Deep learning for SDN-enabled campus networks: proposed solutions, challenges and future directions

Abstract: PurposeThis study explores challenges facing the applicability of deep learning (DL) in software-defined networks (SDN) based campus networks. The study intensively explains the automation problem that exists in traditional campus networks and how SDN and DL can provide mitigating solutions. It further highlights some challenges which need to be addressed in order to successfully implement SDN and DL in campus networks to make them better than traditional networks.Design/methodology/approachThe study uses a systematic literature review. Studies on DL relevant to campus networks have been presented for different use cases. Their limitations are given out for further research.FindingsFollowing the analysis of the selected studies, it showed that the availability of specific training datasets for campus networks, SDN and DL interfacing and integration in production networks are key issues that must be addressed to successfully deploy DL in SDN-enabled campus networks.Originality/valueThis study reports on challenges associated with implementation of SDN and DL models in campus networks. It contributes towards further thinking and architecting of proposed SDN-based DL solutions for campus networks. It highlights that single problem-based solutions are harder to implement and unlikely to be adopted in production networks.

Performance analysis of 40 Gb/s free space optics transmission based on orbital angular momentum multiplexed beams

Abstract: This paper explores the data carrying capacity enhancement in free space optics (FSO) transmission systems by employing orbital angular momentum (OAM) multiplexing technique. Specifically, simulative investigation of OAM-FSO terrestrial transmission is carried out under varying weather conditions. A net data capacity of 40 Gb/s over free space transmission medium is demonstrated using four distinct OAM beams (LG0,0, LG0,13, LG0,40, and LG0,80). The performance is compared for alternate mark inversion (AMI), return-to-zero (RZ), and non-return-to-zero (NRZ) encoding schemes. The results showed that the best performance occurred when using NRZ modulation and a favorable 40 Gb/s transmission along a range varying from 64 to 800 m depending on the external weather conditions is reported.

Performance analysis of 40 Gb/s free space optics transmission based on orbital angular momentum multiplexed beams

Abstract: This paper explores the data carrying capacity enhancement in free space optics (FSO) transmission systems by employing orbital angular momentum (OAM) multiplexing technique. Specifically, simulative investigation of OAM-FSO terrestrial transmission is carried out under varying weather conditions. A net data capacity of 40 Gb/s over free space transmission medium is demonstrated using four distinct OAM beams (LG0,0, LG0,13, LG0,40, and LG0,80). The performance is compared for alternate mark inversion (AMI), return-to-zero (RZ), and non-return-to-zero (NRZ) encoding schemes. The results showed that the best performance occurred when using NRZ modulation and a favorable 40 Gb/s transmission along a range varying from 64 to 800 m depending on the external weather conditions is reported.

WDM Free-Space Optical Communication System of High-Speed Hybrid Signals

Abstract: A wavelength-division-multiplexing (WDM) free-space optical (FSO) communication system of a high-speed hybrid signal is proposed and demonstrated in this study. This study is the first to transmit a high-speed hybrid signal mixed with four wavelengths that are modulated with different signals, namely 10, 25, 28, and 32 Gb/s, using a single beam. Favourable bit error rate (BER) and clear eye maps are achieved by adopting parameters after investigating the bandwidth of tuneable optical bandpass filter, channel spacing, and number of mixed light channel effects on system performance. The WDM-FSO communication system of a high-speed hybrid signal has a simple configuration, low cost, and low BER.