Optical Fiber to the premises/home is part of FTTX initiatives related to FTTH. FTTx initiates include fiber for small cells and DAS, fiber for mobile transport, and more. Fiber is everywhere.
The Dawn of FiberG
Liz Goldsmith
Trends in enterprise cabling and new testing considerations
With the large number of devices connected for varying applications on premise networks, cabling infrastructure planning will see a dramatic change. The ability to perform validation testing will become crucial to ensure smooth functioning of the networks.
CommScope reports COVID-19 supply chain disruptions led to soft Q1
CommScope reported that its net sales in the first quarter of 2020 increased 84.9% year over year to $2.03 billion primarily due to the contribution of $1.03 billion from the company’s ARRIS acquisition. However, on a combined company basis, net sales decreased 18.0% year over year to $2.03 billion. The company estimates that first-quarter 2020 net sales were negatively impacted by approximately $70 million related to supply chain disruptions as a result of COVID-19, as well as certain other COVID-19 related disruptions.
Fujikura Europe intros 90R mass fusion splicers for ribbon fiber cables
Fujikura Europe’s 90R mass fusion splicers can significantly reduce overall work time, improve network performance, increase capacity, and reduce network congestion. The splicers can significantly shorten overall work time compared with the company’s earlier 70R+ models.
OCP ORv3 power shelf supports emerging 48-volt data center infrastructure
Advanced Energy’s Artesyn Embedded Power product group is introducing a new Open Compute Project Open Rack version 3 (OCP ORv3) power shelf, designed to support the move to 48-volt data center infrastructure. Moving from 12-volt to 48-volt power distribution reduces the current draw by a factor of four and reduces conduction losses by a factor of 16. This results in significantly better thermal performance, smaller busbars and increased efficiency.
Cabling expert Maguire advises on preparing for WiFi 6E
Valerie Maguire, distinguished engineer with Siemon, weighs on on the FCC’s allocation of spectrum in the 6-GHz band for WiFi use.“WiFi 6E is the new WiFi Alliance terminology for IEEE 802.11ax devices that are capable of operating at 6 GHz, as well as in the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz spectra already used by WiFi 6,” she explained. “WiFi 6E devices are expected to become available quickly, as only small changes to the antennae and front ends on existing WiFi 6 devices are required.”
Webinar: Fiber Deep Networks for Today’s Enterprise: Part 1
How can you deliver a reliable 4th Utility connected experience so you can face the demands of a modern network? In this webinar, Corning discusses how optical network solutions provide a future-ready platform that can help support in-building applications like Wi-Fi, cellular, cameras, A/V, lighting and more. We will also walk through an Intelligent Building case study that used remote powering, software defined networking, cellular and optical network solutions to provide an easy to manage, scalable, and cost-effective common infrastructure that saved more than 25% over traditional copper networks.
Webinar: How Single Pair Ethernet Streamlines Aircraft Networks
Bandwidth-hungry electronics are increasing on aircraft as passengers and crews expect more from in-flight entertainment, cabin lighting, security and freight monitors, and other features. A significant amount of wiring and connectors is required to enable these capabilities, and designers need to implement smarter connectivity solutions without adding weight. This 60-minute Webinar explores how the adoption of Ethernet technology is evolving to support the SWaP and performance needs of modern aircraft cabin networks.
Smart Building Definitions
A glossary of terms that define the Smart Building.
Three of the Smartest Buildings in the World and How They Forecast the Future of Commercial Development
In order to capitalize on new tenant office demands, developers require an IoT infrastructure that is purpose-built, scalable, and fully customizable. Tenants and employees are looking for office spaces that foster collaboration and can adapt to their changing workflows. Connectivity also is a driving factor; a survey conducted by WiredScore discovered that 75% of tenants consider poor internet connectivity to impact company profitability, and 84% of tenants would pay more per square foot for their space if an owner could prove a building has reliable connectivity.
