Advanced Optical Communication Testbed

The AOC Testbed participated in the Optical Fiber Communication Conference 2026, showcasing its contributions to optical communication research and standardization. The team demonstrated multicore fiber (MCF) crosstalk measurement techniques at the ITU-T booth, supporting ongoing standardization efforts. They also pr esented research papers and participated in panel discussions on MCF deployment and the role of machine learning in optical networks. As part of the “Hack Your Research” program,...

Join us for a three-day workshop on Space Division Multiplexing (SDM) and Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS), scheduled from 28–30 January 2026 at the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Madras. Organized under the AOC Testbed Project, the workshop will feature expert talks, technical discussions, and short participant pitches, with a focus on next-generation optical communication and sensing technologies. Workshop Venue Details: Seminar Hall, ESB 244, First Floor, Electrical...

The AOC Team from IIT Madras made its first in-person participation at the ITU-T SG15 meeting, marking a key milestone for India in global optical communication standardization. The team submitted five technical contributions—including two new work item proposals, two invited papers, and one supporting document—under Working Party 2 (WP2) on optical fibers, cables, and transport systems. This engagement strengthens India’s role in international standardization and supports the development of...