Yokogawa has unveiled its AQ1210D dual-purpose OTDR (optical time domain reflectometer) for both single-mode fiber and multimode fibre networks.
EXFO has acquired high-speed test instrument specialist, InOpticals in a move to expand its test activity in 400G/800G lab and manufacturing markets.
The 338 Series Optical Wavelength Meter from Bristol Instruments combines speed and affordability to address the most critical requirements of optical transceiver manufacturers.
VeEX has introduced the RTU-600 100G test module for the RTU-300 standalone platform.
Bristol Instruments has added a new product to its 338 optical wavelength meter series.
Koji Okamoto underlines the importance of rebooting test processes for the ‘new normal’
Anritsu Corporation has released an FEC symbol capture function and bathtub test capability for its 116-Gb/s PAM4 error detector (ED) MU196040B.
II‐VI has extended its WaveShaper programmable optical processors product line for operation in the optical communications S- and extended L-bands.
Ideal Networks has launched a survey for users of its LanTEK IV cable certifier with a view helping cable installers maximise productivity.
Luna Innovations demonstrated its new, high resolution, portable reflectometer at OFC.
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
