Demonstration of fully/partially disaggregated open optical networks using Mininet-Optical and ONOS

Abstract

This research makes an effort to break vendor lock-ins in optical channels and communication. Using 100G Coherent Switch Transponder, Cassini AS7716- 24SC (a state of the art advanced state transponder), and Lumentum whitebox ROADM-20, we have setup a disaggregated optical link channel, with dissected data and control planes with the help of open software defined network controller, ONOS, programmed by the optical emulator extension, Mininet Optical. The pace of the modern era cannot be matched by legacy networks. The progress advancement of protocols often find themselves hindered with the rigidness and non-compatibility of existing networks, rigged with proprietariness and vendor locking. The lack of interoperability between optical devices and networks in traditional networks and architecture diminish the potential to devise faster, better, more secure, scalable, flexible and efficient network architectures. The choice of equipment, both hardware and software, is no coincidence, but has been very intelligently and deliberately put together. Each component plays a vital role and specialized function. In this research, we will demonstrate the working of our setup starting with a brief introduction of the equipment followed by explanation of the architecture and design of complete optical connectivity and ultimately the results of our working scenario of real life disaggregated open optical network.