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Fiber optic communication systems are used to provide high-speed communication connections. The need for high-capacity fiber systems has dramatically increased as a result of key broadband data applications and a much lower cost of sending information through fiber. This book starts with the optical principles including wave theory and particle theory. The optical spectrum is explained along with the fundamentals of lightwave propagation. You will learn the principles of reflection and refraction and how they are used in optical systems. Optical communication systems are composed of an optical transmitter, communication medium (fiber or air) and an optical receiver. An overview of the components and basic operation of synchronous optical network (SONET), synchronous digital hierarchy (SDH), fiber distributed data interface (FDDI), passive optical networks (PON) and dense wave division multiplexing (DWDM) is provided. The common types of network equipment such as ONU, ADM, and optical switches are also described. Optical transmitters and their sources of light are explained. You will learned how light emitting diodes (LEDs) and LASERS provide suitable light sources for optical communication and how modulators and multiplexers modify light signals so they can send information. The types of fiber optic cables and their characteristics are covered. You will learn how modal dispersion, material dispersion and cable bending affects the performance and ability of fiber cable to transfer light signals. The methods and devices used to couple light signals into and out of fiber cables are discussed along with the different types of optical connector types. Optical receivers and their photodetection processes are described. The different types of photodetectors and their ability (sensitivity) to light signals are explained. You will discover how demodulators and demultiplexers operate to convert light signals into multiple channels and back into their original form. Installation processes for installing optical equipment, cables and systems are described. You will learn the common methods of splicing fiber including mechanical and fusion (heat) methods. The tools and processes you need to install optical cable are described along with the methods used to pull and strip cables. You will learn about maximum pulling loads along with snort term and long term maximum bend ratios. In addition to installation, the key potential environmental hazards, chemicals that may be used, and some of the general safety precautions are discussed. Optical fiber testing including continuity testing and measuring optical loss. Discover how to use an optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) to identify the specific locations of breaks or distortions in fiber cable. Learn the basic steps for fiber optic link and system acceptance testing. Troubleshooting processes and tips are included to help you diagnose and repair equipment and link failures along with how to maintain maintenance records.
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About the Author:
LAWRENCE HARTE is the president of APDG, a provider of expert information to the telecommunications market.
Mr. Harte has over 23 years of experience in the electronics industry, including company leadership, product management, development, marketing, design, and testing of telecommunications (cellular), radar, and microwave systems. He has been issued patents relating to cellular technology. He has authored over 75 articles on related subjects and has been a speaker and panel moderator at industry trade events.
Mr. Harte earned an executive MBA at Wake Forest University and received his B.A. from the University of the State of New York. During the TDMA digital cellular standard development process, Mr. Harte served as an editor and voting company representative for the Telecommunications Industries Association (TIA) TR45.3., digital cellular standards committee.
As of 2001, Mr. Harte has authored and co-authored over 20 books relating to telecommunications technology. He has served as a consultant and expert witness for leading companies including Ericsson, Siemens, VLSI, AMD, Casio, Samsung, Sony, ATT, Nokia, Hughes, and many others.
RICHARD LEVINE is the founder and principal engineer of Beta Scientific Laboratory and is also Adjunct Professor of Electrical Engineering at Southern Methodist University. He is active as a technology consultant to many firms developing new cellular and PCS systems and products used in Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, Israel, Korea, Mexico, and the United States.
Mr. Levine is a well-known teacher of cellular and PCS technology to people in the industry. He was formerly the chairman of several working groups in the North American digital cellular standards development.
Mr. Levine earned the Bachelor, Master, and Doctor of Science degrees from M.I.T., is licensed as a Professional Engineer, and has earned both amateur and professional radio operator licenses. He has been issued several patents on telecommunications, computer systems, and related technologies.
ROMAN KITKA is the Director, Strategy and Business Crteation, Nokia Ventures Organization. He is a seasoned wireless communications industry veteran, innovator, and visionary.
During his 17 + years in wireless communications, he has held product planning and development, marketing, and market/business development positions with leading wireless manufacturers including Nokia Mobile Phones, Panasonic, GoldStar, and OKI Telecom. Mr. Kitka has influenced several cellular mobile, transportable, and portable phone model designs, features, and functionality. His efforts have resulted in the first cellular payphone, first cellular PBX adjunct "Business Link," voice recognition dialers, as well as the first PCS product launch in the U.S.
Mr. Kitka posssess exceptional foresight and understanding of global market needs, both from anthropological and psychological aspects, as well as the opportunities provided by existing and future wireless communications, Internet and related technologies, and business.
Mr. Kitka, a graduate of Rutgers University in New Jersey, is a co-author of the books CDMA IS-95 FOR CELLULAR AND PCS: Technology, Economics & Services; DELIVERING xDSL; 3G CELLULAR AND PCS DEMYSTIFIED; and WAP DEMYSTIFIED. Mr. Kitka has been a speaker at several wireless communications and Internet conferences and events, both in the U.S. and internationally.
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- PublisherAlthos
- Publication date2006
- ISBN 10 1932813861
- ISBN 13 9781932813869
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages316
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