Status of single-model optical fiber standardization in the electronic industries association (EIA)
Titel:
Status of single-model optical fiber standardization in the electronic industries association (EIA)
Auteur:
Kilmer, Joyce
Verschenen in:
Fiber & integrated optics
Paginering:
Jaargang 6 (1987) nr. 2 pagina's 79-91
Jaar:
1987
Inhoud:
Why standardize optical fibers? With the proliferation of different fiber classes and different fiber designs within a fiber class, compatibility within the system becomes a concern. From a user's point of view, one would like to see standards evolve for fiber similar to the situation which exists for the transistor. For example, if a user orders a 2N3582 transistor from NEC or Motorola, the electrical characteristics will be sufficiently similar so that a replacement transistor will make the circuit work. Similarly, if a user orders Class IVa fiber from Corning or AT&T, he would like to be confident that the replacement fiber is compatible with the existing plant. Also, if the fiber component is properly characterized, by way of standard measurement procedures and specifications, fiber optic systems can be designed more efficiently. Therefore, standards for fiber optics truly are worth-while and the payoffs can be substantial.
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