Innovation: Pick of the Latest Patent Applications

fibers.org, 12 Dec 2005 Joe McEntee reveals his pick of the latest patent applications in the field of optical networking.

• POF connections eye cable TV services
• Low-speed components, high-speed transmission
• Expand capacity without shutting down the traffic
• RF optical system makes remote power redundant
• Mode-noise averaging will enhance multimode links
• Light-emitting materials yield silicon compatibility
• Compact transceiver will suit portable computing
• Dynamic compensation eases signal degradation
• Evolutionary scheme aids upgrades of legacy PONs

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