Abstract
In this paper, we analyze waveform generation using a single-stage dual-drive
Mach-Zehnder modulator and a dispersive fiber. We derive a mathematical expression
for the waveform generation process in the time domain and use this to propose
a waveform generation algorithm. Furthermore, versatile waveforms, such as
short pulse, trapezoidal, triangular and sawtooth waveforms and doublet pulse,
are theoretically generated under different combinations of the four variables.
The generated waveforms are analyzed in terms of the gradient and the instantaneous
frequency. Finally, the waveform generation is experimentally demonstrated
at the repetition rate of 10 GHz.
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