Technology evening fibre optics in industrial applications
Fibre optics refers to the technology of transmitting light down thin strands of highly transparent material, usually glass but sometimes plastic.
The biggest advantage of optical fibre is the fact that it is the most cost effective means of transporting information. The bandwidth and distance capability of fibre means that fewer cables are needed, fewer repeaters, less power and less maintenance. In addition, fibre is unaffected by the interference of electromagnetic radiation which makes it possible to transmit information and data with less noise and error. Standards like EIA/TIA 568 (from the Electronic Industries Alliance/Telecommunications Industry Association) covers all of the things you need to know to install a standard premises cabling network, good guidelines for designs that should be followed to ensure interoperability. These advantages make the use of optical fibre a logical choice for data transmission.
Well known data communication specialist, Bob Petrie of Throughput Technologies, covered the following areas during his presentation at the last Johannesburg branch technology evening:
* Management functions and their usage in industrial networks.
* Different types of connector systems.
* Bi-directional transceivers.
* Monitoring of fibre links.
* Minimising the losses (potential resistance) in fibre systems.
* Rules when working with fibre.
The Johannesburg branch thanks Bob Petrie for this informative and entertaining presentation that was well received by everyone.
Jay King presents Bob Petrie with the SAIMC presenters certificate.
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