| January 2003, Volume 9 Number 1 |
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Understanding, Measuring and Controlling Optical Loss
Fully understanding the causes of optical loss and the most effective ways to measure and control it is an essential step toward achieving reliable network performance.
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Optical Performance Monitoring: Embedded or Stand-Alone Equipment?
WDM technology boosts transmission potential while raising the question of which performance monitoring approach is preferable: embedded or stand-alone. Read about the pros and cons of each method.
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Connector Ferrule Polishes: Performance and Compatibility
Polished ferrules are the common element of fiber-optic connectors Understanding the characteristics of the various types of polishes is critical.
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Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers (VCSELs)
VCSELs enable easier coupling to a fiber, thanks to their low-divergence circular beam. This article explores key VCSEL applications, demonstrating why this technology is gaining acceptance.
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EDF Tunable Laser Sources: Optimized for Passive Component Testing
Tunable fiber lasers that cover both the C and L bands combine the ability to perform swept-wavelength DWDM testing with enhanced accuracy to characterize higher-density components with a narrow spectral response.
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