In this paper, we propose a novel approach to implement Optical Burst Switching (OBS) using the Dual Shuffle-exchange Network (DSN) as the core switching fabric. DSN possesses the self-routing property which allows major simplifications on the complex crossbars setup mechanisms. In addition, its asynchronous and buffer-less natures are highly preferable in the optical environment. We also show that with an appropriate error-correcting routing algorithm, the output wavelength contentions can be minimized by means of internal deflection routing.
Keywords:
Optical Interconnects
Gb/sec and Tb/sec switching and routing technologies