STL launched two optical solutions at Connected Britain 2021.
R&M is launching its first complete single pair Ethernet (SPE) system.
Corning has revealed the Corning SMF-28 contour optical fibre, to help operators address the expanding number of connected devices, build-out of 5G networks, and advances in cloud computing.
Sumitomo Electric has developed AirEB, a multi-fibre connector with an expanded beam that has optical performance tolerant to the contamination on the connector mating faces.
Viavi Solutions has expanded its ONT solution portfolio with the 800G FLEX XPM Module
OZ Optics has introduced a new, variable split ratio fibre splitter/coupler.
Micos Telcom has introduced UHD ORMP 1U and UHD ORMP 2U, the new ultra high density fibre optic patch panels.
OFS has launched the InvisiLight EZ-Hide Behind-the-Wall Module, which is designed to enable virtually invisible fibre installation inside homes and multiple dwelling units, or for passive optical LAN applications.
With its Fitel S185ROF and S185PMROF models, Furukawa has completed its new series of cost-effective, user-friendly splicers for laboratory and production.
A new, automated system from Arden Photonics has been developed to make measurement of fibre coatings simpler.
FormFactor's fast photonic wafer probers enable rapid tests through faster photonic alignment than previously possible. (Credit: FormFactor Inc)
To some, optical communication product buyers’ expectation that prices continually fall may seem a strange and unnecessary pressure on vendors. However, it’s a daily fact of life for the industry.
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The submarine cable industry is still a very healthy one, with figures from Research and Markets predicting that it will reach $30.8bn by 2026.
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The drive toward 5G and beyond has been a key factor in the demand for higher bandwidth and more reliable networks. This has, in turn, brought about a greater appetite for intelligent infrastructure supported by automation.
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Arguably one of the biggest topics in optical communications in the past two years has been fifth-generation coherent optics, with a raft of trials and demonstrations, highlighting 800G wavelength achievements taking place.
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Fibre deployment is currently taking place at pace throughout the world. According to the latest study from research firm, Global Industry Analysts (GIA), the global FTTH/B market is predicted to reach S31.3bn by 2026.
Fibre networks have allowed 5G trials to take place across areas of South Africa such as Port Elizabeth (MD_Photography/Shutterstock.com)
Kithinji Muriungi of KamsHub presented at this year’s OFC, focusing on how fibre technology in Africa might look in 2030
Jay Tourigny takes a look at cleaning techniques and which are suited for different applications
