Present Status Of Local Area Network Systems Using Optical Fibers In Japan

K. Nishizawa; M. Hirano

doi:10.1117/12.935586

30 March 1984 Present Status Of Local Area Network Systems Using Optical Fibers In Japan

K. Nishizawa, M. Hirano

Proceedings Volume 0403, Optical Fibers in Broadband Networks, Instrumentation, and Urban and Industrial Environments; (1984) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.935586
Event: Photon 83 International Conference on Optical Fibers, 1983, Paris, France

Abstract

In Japan, fiber-optic transmission systems were in the experimental stages in the early 1970's. By the end of the decade, the technology had entered the era of practical use in various fields. Today, there is a dramatic increase in the number of optical fiber transmission systems installed in Japan each year. From 1977 through 1982, each year has witnessed the installation of more than 50 new systems. By late 1982, more than 500 systems were in use across the country. At the present stage of development, the major users of optical fiber transmission systems are: the electric power industry with 116 systems; the steel making industry with 70 systems; railroads and highways with 56 systems; building management and office automation systems with 27 systems; the public sector including CATV with 24 systems. Following an overview of the current status of optical fiber transmission systems in Japan, future developments and possible new applications will be discussed.

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K. Nishizawa and M. Hirano "Present Status Of Local Area Network Systems Using Optical Fibers In Japan", Proc. SPIE 0403, Optical Fibers in Broadband Networks, Instrumentation, and Urban and Industrial Environments, (30 March 1984); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.935586

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