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Work item:
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GSTR-SDM (ex TR.sdm)
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Subject/title:
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Optical Fibre, Cable, and Components for Space Division Multiplexing Transmission
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Status:
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Agreed on 2022-09-30 [Issued from previous study period]
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Approval process:
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Agreement
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Type of work item:
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Technical report
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Version:
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New
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Equivalent number:
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Timing:
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Liaison:
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IEC TC86: SC86A, WG6/SC86B, WG3/SC86C
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Supporting members:
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NTT, CLPAJ, KDDI, NEC, Fujitsu, CommScope, CAICT, YOFC, China Unicom, Corning, Prysmian, BT, Sterlite, Heraeus
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Summary:
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This technical report on optical fibre and cable for space division multiplexing (SDM) transmission is established for analysing the current state of SDM technical maturity, clarifying the technical and commercial aspects of this technology, and highlighting the characteristics of related technologies and network configuration/installation/operations. The goal is to develop a cost-effective network and ecosystem utilizing SDM optical fibre and cable technologies. The classification and definition of existing SDM optical fibre and cable technologies are described from the viewpoint of the geometrical, mechanical, and optical properties of various SDM optical fibres. Potential application areas are investigated to examine the relationship between various SDM optical fibre and cable technologies. Furthermore, aspects of how to use SDM optical fibres in anticipated applications are addressed, including considerations on connectorisation, splicing, breakout technologies, and how to imbed this technology in current optical systems. The purpose of this technical report is to establish a clear and agreed upon roadmap for SDM optical fibre and cable technologies including related technologies such as test methods, connectivity, maintenance, and restoration.
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Comment:
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Historic references:
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Contact(s):
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First registration in the WP:
2020-05-19 14:33:21
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Last update:
2022-11-28 17:10:22
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