AOC Testbed at OFC 2026

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, the team showcased innovative solutions including an intelligent multicore fiber alignment system (PySplice) and an automated crosstalk measurement setup, highlighting practical and scalable approaches for real-world optical communication challenges.