This paper presents an overview of the application of fiber optics in the subscriber loop
plant. A review of the limitations of existing loop plant networks is given and the …

This paper will discuss optical fiber cable distribution networks for accomodating the
immediate introduction of optical subscriber networks. The concepts of cable distribution …

Fiber optics has played an important role in communication networks, particularly in repeater
systems, and is expected to play a continuing role in subscriber networks to offer various …

Two approaches to fiber-optic subscriber loop system development in Japan are described.
In the first. Approach I, NTT aims at introducing inexpensive fiber-optic subscriber loop …

Future subscriber loops will provide various services including broad-band video. Fiber optic
technology is the key for introducing these services. The Electrical Communication …

Requirements for optical fiber cables and splices differ depending on the area of application
within the telecommunication network. This paper reviews optical fiber properties along with …

An overview is given of recent development of subscriber optical cable technologies in
Japan. Technologies for constructing a star network using high count fiber cable have been …

The present trends are toward implementation of fiber optics in data-distribution networks
such as data buses, community antenna television, and local area networks. The thrust is …

The penetration of optical fiber cables into subscriber loop systems, currently in the initial or
growing phase in many countries, is discussed. Current optical fiber cable and cable …

The use of single-mode optical fiber cables in the local network is discussed. For various
network structures, cable constructions with loose buffered fibers, ribbon, and V-groove …