Bringing an open optical network to life: tales from the field

Bringing an open optical network to life: tales from the field

Apr 04, 2024

Open optical networking (OON) is an increasingly popular networking approach where the optical terminals are decoupled from the line system, enabling operators to operate optical signals generated by transceivers from multiple vendors over a dense wavelength-division multiplexing (DWDM) open line system from a different supplier. OON allows network operators to become more competitive, enabling vendor choice that supports a more resilient supply chain, faster access to innovation, and improved economics.With a growing number of high-performance coherent optical pluggables on the market that can be equipped directly in switches and routers in IP over DWDM (IPoDWDM) deployments. These bypass the traditional use of transponders, streamlining architecture and lowering costs. The post Bringing an open optical network to life: tales from the field appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

Optical Connectors Market Prime Economies Expected to Deliver Major Growth until 2033

Optical Connectors Market Prime Economies Expected to Deliver Major Growth until 2033

Apr 04, 2024

Market Definition... The post Optical Connectors Market Prime Economies Expected to Deliver Major Growth until 2033 appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

AFL Investing $50M+ in U.S. Fiber-Optic Cable Manufacturing

AFL Investing $50M+ in U.S. Fiber-Optic Cable Manufacturing

Mar 27, 2024

AFL recently announced it is investing more than $50 million into its fiber-optic cable manufacturing operations in South Carolina. The company said this investment “aligns with the Biden-Harris administration’s Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and Internet for All initiatives to increase broadband access in the U.S.,” adding that it “will result in the creation of new jobs and support AFL’s portfolio of products compliant with the Build America Buy America [BABA] Act.” The post AFL Investing $50M+ in U.S. Fiber-Optic Cable Manufacturing appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

APOLAN marks a decade of optical LAN advocacy by looking to the future

APOLAN marks a decade of optical LAN advocacy by looking to the future

Mar 27, 2024

In an article commemorating the APOLAN's 10th anniversary, the group cites 100+% market growth over three years and a similar curve for the next three. The post APOLAN marks a decade of optical LAN advocacy by looking to the future appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

Making the business case for cable certification

Making the business case for cable certification

Mar 27, 2024

Every serious installer who completes a structured cabling deployment will test all links in some way to ensure they are properly connected. But is it necessary to fully certify and document the performance of every link? Certification testing offers significant benefits, and skipping it brings substantial risk. The following five reasons and expert words of wisdom make the case that it's worth fully certifying and documenting every job. The post Making the business case for cable certification appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

Edge computing spending set to skyrocket as AI takes hold

Mar 15, 2024

New figures from IDC have predicted a potentially colossal growth in edge computing spend over the coming years in light of increasing AI adoption. Edge computing is quickly emerging as an important element in an evolving technological landscape, and the integration of AI applications into edge infrastructure is said to be the primary driver behind the projected growth. IDC’s projections suggest that edge computing spending could reach $350 billion by 2027, surpassing earlier estimates. The post Edge computing spending set to skyrocket as AI takes hold appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium Atlanta | IBM

Mar 15, 2024

The Mercedez-Benz Stadium is infused with IT to deliver the ultimate fan experience. Designed and built from the ground up to redefine the fan experience, the stadium incorporates a broad array of technologies integrated to work together as a seamless, unified system, boasting 4,800 miles of fiber optic cable, 1,800 Wi-Fi access points, and the world’s largest digital display – the iconic Halo Board. The post Mercedes-Benz Stadium Atlanta | IBM appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

VIAVI Launches Single, Duplex and Multi-Fiber Probe Microscope

Mar 15, 2024

VIAVI Solutions today expanded its fiber optic test solutions portfolio with the addition of the INX 760 probe microscope.The first fully... The post VIAVI Launches Single, Duplex and Multi-Fiber Probe Microscope appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

What is Fiber to the Edge (FTTE)? | Corning

Mar 15, 2024

FTTE is an architecture for LANs that uses optical fiber to bring data to the edge of the network where the network interfaces via ports or wirelessly through cellular or Wi-Fi with Internet of Things (IoT) devices, like cell phones, laptops, security cameras, machine-to-machine controls, building management systems, automated guided vehicles, etc. and the applications that support them. FTTE is ideal for businesses that need high capacity and flexibility in their network. Optical fiber delivers the high bandwidth, low latency, reach, and flexibility required to meet the demands of developing applications, like next-gen Wi-Fi, high-availability A/V, and 5G within a single building or across a large campus. The post What is Fiber to the Edge (FTTE)? | Corning appeared first on Structured Cabling News.

From Cost-Savings To Well-Being: The Evolution Of Smart Buildings

From Cost-Savings To Well-Being: The Evolution Of Smart Buildings

Mar 04, 2024

The new generation of smart building technologies can serve as Fitbits for buildings. The post From Cost-Savings To Well-Being: The Evolution Of Smart Buildings appeared first on Structured Cabling News.