This review article focuses on the fundamentals and broad applications of SOAs, specifically for optical channels with advanced modulation formats, as an integrable broadband amplifier in commercial transponders and as a nonlinear medium for optical signal processing. Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology (JTKEK), Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM), Jalan Hang Tuah Jaya, 76100 Durian Tunggal, Melaka (Malaysia) Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology (JTKEK), Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM), Jalan. The Semiconductor Optical Amplifier (SOA) has emerged as a transformative technology, poised to influence the future of optical amplification significantly. While traditionally competing with other types of amplifiers, such as the bulky and single-functioning erbium-doped fibre amplifier (EDFA). Owing to advances in fabrication technology and device design, semiconductor opti-cal amplifiers (SOAs) are evolving as a promising candidate for future optical coherent communication links. While traditionally competing with other types of.
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