Production and Installation of Long Length Optical Fiber Cable for Shallow Water Use,
Abstract
Accompanying the expansion of optical fiber communication systems, needs for optical submarine cables have been increased particularly in off-shore areas, shallow channels and bays. Optical fiber cables to be layed on the sea bottom must be protected from damages during installation and extended use. The problems presented by these optical fiber cables are similar to those of conventional metal cables. Having conducted extensive tests of numerous trial cables, we have developed several submarine cables for practical use in shallow sea. In this report, production of a 10 km long shallow water use optical fiber cable and its mechanical characteristics, installation method and other developed results will be reported. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADP005250
Entities
People
- H. Horima
- K. Aoto
- T. Higashimoto
- T. Ohshima
- Y. Tokumaru
Organizations
- Sumitomo Electric Industries