Interoperability within optical networks in aerospace platforms

A concept for the architecture of optical local area networks for aerospace applications has been established by a team of engineers representing several organizations within the aerospace industry. The concept has been derived using sound systems engineering principles, and uses Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) to greatly increase data transmission capacity. Interoperability for the purpose of managing platform life cycle costs has been a theme throughout the effort. Technical guidance and standards documents are being co-issued within the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and Aeronautical Radio Inc. (ARINC).

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