Mode conversion-based crosstalk-aware routing, spectrum and mode assignment in space-division multiplexing elastic optical networks

A mode conversion-based crosstalk-aware routing, spectrum and mode assignment (MC-CA RSMA) algorithm is introduced in space-division multiplexing elastic optical networks (SDM-EONs) over few-mode fibers. Simulation results show the MC-CA RSMA algorithm can greatly reduce the impact of inter-mode crosstalk on network performance compared with benchmark algorithms.