Authors: Brochier, N.; Chanclou, P.; Charbonnier, B.; Evanno, N.; Genay, N.; Gosselin, S.; Guignard, P.; Pincemin, E.; Pizzinat, A.

Source: Fiber And Integrated Optics, Volume 27, Number 6, November 2008 , pp. 579-599(21)

Publisher: Taylor and Francis Ltd

Abstract:

In this article, the authors present an operator's view on the evolution towards optical fiber telecommunication networks. First we describe the evolution of standards related to optical fiber. Then we propose a description of hot topics concerning fiber infrastructure over three areas of the telecommunication networks (transport, access, and home). Finally we highlight the key challenges related to fiber-based optical communication networks.

Keywords: access networks; fiber standards; FTTH; home networks; optical fiber; submarine cables; transport networks

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01468030802272484

Affiliations: 1: Research & Development Division, France Telecom, Lannion, France

Publication date: 2008-11-01

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