Ultra Low Optical Fiber Cable Assemblies.

Abstract

Progress toward development of ruggedized ultra low loss (<8.0 dB/km) optical fiber cable assemblies consisting of six optical fibers is reported. Effort involves investigations of fiber, cabling, and connector development on an individual as well as combined basis for meeting requirements of tactical TDM communication systems. During this reporting period, extensive testing and evaluation of three six-fiber cables was performed in accordance with technical guidelines. Pertinent test results are summarized herein. (Complete test data is reported elsewhere.) Program areas requiring additional investigation are described. Development status of two types of connectors is discussed and preliminary test data presented. Difficulties incurred with fiber-connector interface are identified. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA087517

Entities

People

  • J. Cole Smith
  • R. Kopstein
  • X. Glavas

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Assembly
  • Cable Assemblies
  • Communication Systems
  • Contracts
  • Fabrication
  • Fiber Optics
  • Fiber-Optic Cables
  • Fibers
  • Low Temperature
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Mechanical Working
  • Numerical Aperture
  • Optical Fibers
  • Optics
  • Resistance
  • Test And Evaluation

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  • Optical Fiber Sensing and Electromagnetic Propagation.
  • Software Engineering