Optimal selection of fiber optic interconnection components and methods based on application, environment, and use

Michael O'Farrell; Douglas Parker

doi:10.1117/12.921409

10 May 2012 Optimal selection of fiber optic interconnection components and methods based on application, environment, and use

Michael O'Farrell, Douglas Parker

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Proceedings Volume 8368, Photonic Applications for Aerospace, Transportation, and Harsh Environment III; 83680P (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.921409
Event: SPIE Defense, Security, and Sensing, 2012, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Abstract

A fiber optic data system can be designed and constructed with many options for active components and for passive system elements. With regard to the passive interconnection system components, each application may have a different list of fiber/cable, connectors, ruggedization materials and other components. The selection of these items should be made keeping in mind the specific particular requirements of the system, from the standpoint of environmental and mechanical requirements and from the standpoint of the users who will be installing, maintaining and possibly repairing the system sometime in the future. The paper will review various alternatives available for selection of components, discussing options for different scenarios of required optical performance. Considerations of component selection with regard to capabilities of the installers/maintenance and repair people who will be responsible for the success of the system will also be discussed. A fiber optic system is not necessarily more difficult to install and maintain, but it is different from electrical systems and as long as proper component selection and training are implemented, the fiber optic system should be durable and successful.

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Michael O'Farrell and Douglas Parker "Optimal selection of fiber optic interconnection components and methods based on application, environment, and use", Proc. SPIE 8368, Photonic Applications for Aerospace, Transportation, and Harsh Environment III, 83680P (10 May 2012); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.921409

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Connectors

Fiber optics

Standards development

Fiber optics tests

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Aerospace engineering

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