RF photonic components, transmission systems, and signal processing examples in optical fibers are reviewed by leading academic, government, and industry scientists working in this field. This volume introduces various related technologies such as direct modulation of laser sources, external modulation techniques, and detectors. RF Photonic Technology in Optical Fiber Links will be a valuable reference
source for professionals and academics engaged in the research and development of optical fibers and analog RF applications. The text is aimed at engineers and scientists with a graduate-school education in physics or engineering. With an emphasis on design, performance, and practical application, this book will be of particular interest to those developing novel systems based on this technology.