Enabling Optical Communication Technologies for Intelligent Computing Networks

Dear Colleagues, 

The advent of the intelligent computing era, particularly the training and inference of large-scale models, has imposed more stringent requirements on data transmission. As the cornerstone of data center interconnect (DCI) and data center networks (DCNs), optical communication technology is poised to encounter both opportunities and challenges. In the context of intelligent computing, optical communication must not only continue to evolve in terms of ultra-large bandwidth but also place significant emphasis on ultra-low latency, high reliability, low power consumption, and full autonomy. To address these demands, researchers need to drive continuous innovation to develop new algorithms, devices, architectures, and technologies in optical communications.

This Special Issue, titled “Enabling Optical Communication Technologies for Intelligent Computing Networks”, is dedicated to showcasing the latest explorations and advancements in this research field. We are pleased to invite you to submit your latest research findings to this Special Issue, which welcomes both original research articles and reviews from researchers, academicians, and industry experts. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Optical network architectures;
• Low-loss, low-latency transmission optical fibers;
• Optical switching architecture in DCI/DCNs;
• Optical switching devices;
• Algorithms for transmission and routing;
• Intelligent operation and maintenance for optical networks.

Prof. Dr. Liangjia Zong
Dr. Tong Ye
Guest Editors

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