Optisis Adopts Occam Networks Technologies For Balkan Broadband Push

Article by RealWire

SANTA BARBARA, Calif, MARIBOR, Slovenia and LONDON, United Kingdom, February 3, 2011 – Slovenia-based Optisis d.o.o. has announced that it is placing Occam Networks’ technologies at the heart of its broadband offering throughout the Central and Eastern European region.

Occam Networks®, Inc. (Nasdaq: OCNW) is a leading broadband access supplier offering multi-service access platform (MSAP) solutions based on pure packet technologies. Its ONT and OLT fibre technologies provide a perfect core offering for Optisis in bringing open access networks to Slovenia and the Adriatic countries including Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania and Hungary.

Optisis specialises in the development and marketing of optical access systems and is one of the leading suppliers of optical networking equipment for cable operators and in the implementation of optical systems in Central and Eastern Europe. The company is now developing its strategy around Occam’s wide range of Gigabit Ethernet and GPON optical line terminals (OLTs) and DSL products from its award-winning BLC 6000 MSAP.

“Optisis works largely in the alternative market with smaller operators and cable TV companies,” says Bojan Bozic, Technical Director and Chief Technology Officer at Optisis. “We are also working on open access networks for organisations such as city networks and power companies and here we find particularly good cooperation with Occam. We are trying to build our own brand as the key solution provider in these types of network and Occam’s solutions are very much a core part of that.”

Optisis particularly values the fact that the Occam equipment can be installed with relatively low subscriber numbers and yet be expanded in the field easily and quickly. The company already has some 70 open access opportunities throughout the region, all of which are ideal for the Occam-based solutions the company is offering.

OPTISIS has a wide range of products which include passive equipment for CATV networks (cables, connectors, splitters), passive and active equipment for optical networks (fiber optical cables with accessories, CPE, optical switches), active equipment for internet service providers and enterprises (high performance routers, switches, firewalls) and specialized energy cables (industrial cables, flex cables). The company has also recently opened a local company in Austria to meet the increased demand in the region.

“In the first year of working together Optisis has proved itself to be an energetic and innovative partner,” said Russ Sharer, VP of Marketing at Occam Networks. “We are delighted that they are already expanding their offering and have seen the value of a clear core offering based on Occam’s technologies. This approach will offer the Adriatic region world-class FTTP technology with high quality systems integration and service delivery.”

For further information about Occam Networks, visit http://www.occamnetworks.com. You can follow Occam on Twitter @occamnetworks.

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Occam Networks’ broadband access solutions empower service providers to offer profitable new voice, data and video services over copper and fibre. Occam systems deliver flexibility and scalability in a Triple Play world. Over 3 million BLC 6000 ports are currently deployed at over 380 service providers worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.occamnetworks.com.

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Plastic Fiber Optics Technologies

Article by Jayesh Khandor

Plastic Fiber Optic

Plastic is the general common term for a wide range of synthetic or semi synthetic organic amorphous solid materials used in the manufacture of industrial products. Plastics are typically polymers of high molecular mass, and may contain other substances to improve performance and/or reduce costs.

There are two types of plastics: thermoplastics and thermosetting polymers. Thermoplastics will soften and melt if enough heat is applied; examples are polyethylene, polystyrene, polyvinyl chloride and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Thermo sets can melt and take shape once; after they have solidified, they stay solid.

Types of Plastic

Cellulose-based plastics – Bois Durci is a plastic moulding material based on cellulose. It is made from finely ground wood flour mixed with a binder, either egg or blood albumen, or gelatine.Bakelite – Bakelite was the first true plastic. It was a purely synthetic material, not based on any material or even molecule found in nature. It was also the first thermosetting plastic.Polystyrene and PVC – Polystyrene is a rigid, brittle, inexpensive plastic that has been used to make plastic model kits and similar knick-knacks. PVC in its normal form is stiff, strong, heat and weather resistant, and is now used for making plumbing, gutters, house siding, enclosures for computers and other electronics gearNylon – Nylons still remain important plastics, and not just for use in fabrics. In its bulk form it is very wear resistant, particularly if oil-impregnated, and so is used to build gears, plain bearings.Rubber – Natural rubber is an elastomer (an elastic hydrocarbon polymer). This a form of natural rubber heated with, mostly, sulfur forming cross-links between polymer chains (vulcanization), improving elasticity and durability.

Light guides conduct the flow of light from a light source to a point of use. They are used to illuminate areas that are too small or too hazardous to permit the installation of a light bulb. There are two basic types of light guides: Plastic light guide and Glass light guide.Plastic light guides have a flexible outer sheath and a light-conducting core. Fiber optic light guides consist of a non-coherent bundles of optical fibers. The fibers at each end of the bundle are tightly compressed, cut perpendicular to the axis of the fibers, and polished to permit light to pass into and out of the bundle. Plastic or PMMA(Poly methyl methacrylate) F.O light guides are less flexible than flexible Glass F.O, but are well-suited for the transmission of light in the visible and near-infrared range.Plastic light guides have little luminous loss over distance and are better suited for the transmission of UV light. Most plastic and fiber optic light guides are rigid and straight, rigid and bent, or flexible. Multi-leg devices are split along the length of the light guide so that the ends of the fibers extend separately to illuminate different points from a single light source.

Selecting light guides requires an analysis of physical and performance specifications. Physical specifications include length, diameter, and termination method. Some light guides are terminated with a threaded or unthreaded ferrule, a tube-like mechanical fixture that confines the stripped end of a fiber bundle. Others are unterminated devices. Performance specifications for light guides include wavelength, acceptance angle, bend angle, and numerical aperture. Acceptance angle is the maximum angle measured from the axis within which light is accepted or emitted by the light guide and transmitted along its length. Bend radius is the smallest bend that fibers can withstand before fracture. Numerical aperture is a calculated, optical value that indicates a device’s ability to collect light over a range of input angles. It is equal to the sine of the acceptance angle. For fiber optic light guides, numerical aperture depends upon the core and cladding indexes of refraction.

General Characteristics of Plastic Light guides & Fibers.

Fiber Diameter : 0.25, 0.50, 0.75, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, and 3.0 millimetersNumerical Aperture : 0.50 NAOperating Temperature : Up to 70

Correction: 8 Bits = 1 Byte — In the overview Eli had a dyslexic moment and switched it. Info Level:Beginner Presenter: Eli the Computer Guy Length of Class: 65 Minutes Tracks Networking Prerequisites None Purpose of Class This class teaches students about the various types of broadband technologies available to connect homes and businesses to the Internet. We discuss the pros and cons of the different options so that students can make an informed decision about purchasing their Internet service. Topics Covered Basic Broadband Concepts T1 Carrier Grade Ethernet Point to Point Wireless Wireless DSL Cable Satellite Class Notes Introduction 8 Bits = 1 Byte Synchronous means upload and download speed are the same Asynchronous means upload and download speeds are different Latency is the time it takes for bits to get from the sender to the receiver Speed Tests — WhatIsMyIp.com is a good speed test Business Class service is better the Residential Service Static vs. Dynamic IP Blocking Ports/ Services — Make sure your Internet based software will work with your ISP SLA (Service Level Agreements) offer a guarantee of service T1 SLA 1.5 Mbps synchronous Can reach places other cannot Carrier Class Ethernet Numerous Speed Options Synchronous SLA Point to Point Wireless Point to Point Synchronous Can be good enough for real time communications SLA? Mom and Pop Shops Wireless 3G, WiMax, 4G, Edge Not point to point Different services offer different things Usage caps DSL Straight …

Future Fibre Technologies is a global organization dedicated to the manufacture, development and deployment of intrusion technology, according to Bill Evenson, VP of the Americas. The first six deployments of the company’s new “Secure Zone” technology, which is aimed at mid-market facilities, such as detention centers and nuclear power facilities, have performed flawlessly, says Evenson.
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Telestone Technologies (TSTC) is up after the company says its Wireless Fiber Optic Distribution System (WFDS) has been selected as the local access network technology application for installation at a Houston hospital. The project will be installed by a US firm, Quell Corporation, who won the contract after successfully demonstrating Telestone’s WFDS functionality to the hospital and other major US telecommunication companies. The project is valued at million and is scheduled for completion during the 2H.

Yan Ness of Online Technologies talks about how 1 gigabit fiber optic lines fits into Ann Arbor’s long tradition of being on the cutting edge when it comes to the Internet.

Career Spotlight: Network Technologies Jobs Expected To Increase

Article by Mike Churchill

by Mike Churchill © 2007, All Rights Reserved

Once only found in corporate settings, computer networks are now common in every computer environment, including homes. For this reason, following an information technology career path with a focus on networking can help open professional doors. According to the U. S. Department of Labor website (http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos268.htm), “Rapid job growth is projected over the 2004-14 period.There are many paths of entry to these occupations. Job prospects should be best for college graduates who are up to date with the latest skills and technologies…” That means an information technology degree program might prove valuable for positioning yourself above other applicants.

What exactly is involved with computer networking? Simply stated, it is the process of connecting individual computers together so they can see each other, share files, share printers and share other information and equipment. Students in information technology programs can learn how to design computer networks that function using twisted pair cable or fiber optic cable, as well as those that operate wirelessly.

You’ll find many occupations within the networking realm. Below are three information technology career paths you might consider.

Technical Support Specialist – With a diverse set of responsibilities depending on the type of company you are employed with, a Technical Support Specialist might install software or hardware on computers. S/he may assist employees or customers with troubleshooting and diagnosing computer problems, as well as finding solutions for those problems. In certain circumstances, these support people might also find themselves in a position to train others on the use of various hardware, software or system components.

Network Administrator – These professionals can be responsible for designing local area and wide area networks along with installation and maintenance of networks. In addition, network administrators may also diagnose and solve problems with networks as well as implementing security measures to keep the network safe. A strong knowledge of networking components and their compatibility is usually required.

Field Service Technician – Among other duties, service techs are responsible for installing network cable, routing the cable to avoid possible sources of interference, terminating cables onto racks with hubs and routers, installing computer stations and more. Most information technology degree programs can help students acquire the necessary skills to pursue career opportunities in this field.

As technology changes from year to year, network personnel will be needed to keep pace with new innovations as well as to overcome new security threats. Before making a decision on any particular IT career path, research the various jobs and their demand. When you do, you should be better equipped to find a position that offers a level of job satisfaction that is right for you.

About the Author

Mike Churchill provides the online marketing support for Select IT Schools, an information technology school database that links you to nationwide campuses offering information technology degree programs. Visit http://www.selectitschools.com.

Encompassing 82700 gross square feet, including three 11000-square-foot computer equipment rooms, the IU Data Center houses critical computing, networking and storage equipment that serve all Indiana University campuses via I-Light, Indiana’s high-speed fiber optic network. The new facility is the largest data center among higher education institutions in the state of Indiana, and among the largest regionally. IU Data Center Homepage – it.iu.edu Pervasive Technology Institute – pti.iu.edu

The SpecPro is designed for low volume applications that require precision polishing. Compact and portable, SpecPro consistently delivers singlemode performance with simplified operation. SpecPro supports all industry standard connectors and ferrules with its interchangeable workholders. Even bare fibers and optical bundles can be processed. SpecPro can be utilized for numerous applications ranging from telecom and military to sensing and medical. It can support smaller cable assembly production runs as well as laboratory R&D efforts. SpecPros small size and battery operation lends itself well for field installations. Additionally it is ideal for the retro-polishing and repair of damaged connectors. www.krelltech.com
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