Status Of Fiber Optic Research In The Usa

Larry L. Campbell

doi:10.1117/12.975706

23 July 1976 Status Of Fiber Optic Research In The USA

Larry L. Campbell

Proceedings Volume 0077, Fibers and Integrated Optics; (1976) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.975706
Event: 1976 SPIE/SPSE Technical Symposium East, 1976, Reston, United States

Abstract

This paper reviews the technical aspects and summarizes the technology status of fiber optical communications. The most promising fiber types are evaluated based upon their dispersion, loss, and cost characteristics. The status of fiber cabling is summarized. An evaluation and status of optical sources are reported, and the state-of-the-art receiver sensitivity is summarized.

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Larry L. Campbell "Status Of Fiber Optic Research In The USA", Proc. SPIE 0077, Fibers and Integrated Optics, (23 July 1976); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.975706

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