Standard optical fibers: evolution and prospects
Introduction Unfortunately, time flies quickly, and it will soon be half a century since the beginning of the era of wired communication via optical fiber (OF). Today, fiber optic cables (FOC) are the most important component of the modern global communication network, providing a wide variety of telecommunication services and total informatization of society. The […]
Assessment of fiber optic cable quality. Attenuation and relative fiber elongation.
Optical cables are not included in the list of communication equipment subject to mandatory certification, but all service providers require suppliers to provide a declaration of conformity. Current legal documents describe the areas of application of fiber optic cables, requirements for their resistance to mechanical and climatic load, as well as requirements for the electrical […]
Long-distance single-span fiber optic lines: how to reduce the cost of transport networks?
Areas of application Single-span solutions are mainly used on long sections of submarine communication lines and on land sections passing through sparsely populated areas with harsh climatic conditions. In particular, they are used to connect islands, remote coastal cities, coastlines, and offshore oil platforms, as well as to create branches from submarine trunk lines. Another […]
PON: The secret of effective investment
PON network equipment has been on the market for years, and there are several options for implementing this architecture with proven characteristics and proven effectiveness. Today, it is safe to say that the PON ecosystem is mature and has its advantages, allowing telecom operators to provide truly high-speed network access with significant savings due to […]