Components and systems for long-wavelength monomode fibre transmission

This review discusses the requirements and constraints on components for long-wavelength monomode systems. In particular it critically reviews the current status of fibre, splicing, cabling, laser, detector, receiver and systems research; emphasis is placed on practical achievements rather than just speculative possibilities. The review concludes with a brief assessment of the future role of guided-wave optical devices.

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