MIMO Equalization Technology Based on Neural Network in High-Speed IM-DD Mode Division Multiplexing Transmission System

Ziyue Zhu; Mengxin Zhao; Yichen Zhang; Jian Chen

doi:10.3788/AOS202141.1406003

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