Optical time-domain reflectometer

XKL Dramatically Simplifies DWDM with a New Integrated Product, Delivering Greater Control, Cost Efficiency and Easy Upgrades

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Monday, October 16, 2023

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REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XKL, a leading optical network solutions provider, today announces a new integrated offering for its DarkStar line of DWDM products. DarkStar muxponders can now offer fully integrated Mux/Demux filters, EDFAs (Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers) and OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometers), reimagining long-standing network procurement, management and expansion protocols to create easier, more cost-effective, built-to-order results. XKL's Darkstar products are deliverable within a 1U or 2U configuration based on individual requirements — with no hidden licensing fees.

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XKL's Darkstar products are deliverable within a 1U or 2U configuration based on individual requirements — with no hidden licensing fees.
With these innovative new configuration options, XKL dramatically reduces CAPEX expenditures for ISPs, data centers and organizations of any size.
Furthermore, this ability to combine and configure solutions that closely align with customer needs enhances ease across network procurement, deployment, management and future growth.
With this product, XKL offers customers fully integrated and easily expandable options with no licensing fees — all backed by collaborative, consultative support.

Maryland Broadband Cooperative Picks Ciena for Statewide Middle-Mile Network

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Monday, February 13, 2023

The Maryland Broadband Cooperative (MdBC), a middle-mile network provider, has tapped Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) for new transport gear to upgrade its existing 2,500 fiber mile statewide optical network.

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The Maryland Broadband Cooperative (MdBC), a middle-mile network provider, has tapped Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) for new transport gear to upgrade its existing 2,500 fiber mile statewide optical network.
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“MdBC was founded to help address the lack of broadband access in unserved and underserved areas throughout Maryland.
It’s the core of who we are,” said Drew Van Dopp, President and CEO of Maryland Broadband Cooperative.
Additionally, Ciena Services is providing implementation services to speed time to market, plus maintenance and managed services across the entire network to ensure it runs at peak performance.

Kyoto Semiconductor Announces High Sensitivity Avalanche Photodiode for OTDR

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Kyoto Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (President and CEO Tsuneo Takahashi, Head office: Fushimi-ku, Kyoto city), a leading optical device solution manufacturer with world-class technologies and Japanese quality, has announced KP-A avalanche photodiode (APD) *1, KPDEA003-T.

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Kyoto Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (President and CEO Tsuneo Takahashi, Head office: Fushimi-ku, Kyoto city), a leading optical device solution manufacturer with world-class technologies and Japanese quality, has announced KP-A avalanche photodiode (APD) *1, KPDEA003-T.
The new product achieved high sensitivity, high gain, and low noise suitable for OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) *2 that is essential in deploying optical fiber networks.
Tsuneo Takahashi, President and CEO, Kyoto Semiconductor, says, There have been strong demand for high sensitivity APD suitable for OTDR among test equipment manufacturers worldwide.
*1 Avalanche photodiode: A semiconductor photodiode with photocurrent amplification by applying a reverse bias voltage.

Airtel Deploys One of the World’s Newest Photonic Designs from Ciena to Nearly Triple Optic Fiber Capacity for Rolling Out 5G

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Bharti Airtel (Airtel), India's premier communications solutions provider, has implemented one of the worlds newest photonic infrastructure designs from Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) to almost triple optic fiber network capacity for delivering a world-class 5G experience to customers.

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Bharti Airtel (Airtel), India's premier communications solutions provider, has implemented one of the worlds newest photonic infrastructure designs from Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) to almost triple optic fiber network capacity for delivering a world-class 5G experience to customers.
Randeep Sekhon, CTO of Bharti Airtel said, Airtel was the countrys first telco to demonstrate live 5G service over a commercial network.
As we work to deploy 5G more widely, Ciena plays an integral role in providing an agile network foundation to satisfy our customers dynamic requirements.
Airtel can also proactively localize, troubleshoot, and rapidly repair fiber fault conditions with Cienas Liquid Spectrum PinPoint OTDR software analytics.

Global Distributed Fiber Optic Sensors Market Report 2021: Market to Reach $2.8 Billion by 2027 - U.S. Market is Estimated at $298.7 Million, While China is Forecast to Grow at 18.1% CAGR - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, April 2, 2021

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The "Distributed Fiber Optic Sensors - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "Distributed Fiber Optic Sensors - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Distributed Fiber Optic Sensors estimated at US$1.1 Billion in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of US$2.8 Billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 13.9% over the period 2020-2027.
Optical Time Domain Reflectometry (OTDR), one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record 14.6% CAGR and reach US$2 Billion by the end of the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at $298.7 Million, While China is Forecast to Grow at 18.1% CAGR
The Distributed Fiber Optic Sensors market in the U.S. is estimated at US$298.7 Million in the year 2020.

Global Optical Time Domain Reflectometer Market (2021 to 2025) - Featuring Anritsu, Corning and Fortive Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

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The "Global Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Market 2021-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "Global Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Market 2021-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The publisher has been monitoring the optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) market and it is poised to grow by $50.54 million during 2021-2025 progressing at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period.
The report on optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors.
The optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) market analysis includes end-user segment and geographical landscapes.

Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Market to Accelerate at a CAGR of Almost 5% during 2021-2025|Technavio

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Monday, March 22, 2021

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In addition, the report projects the market to accelerate at a CAGR of almost 5% during the forecast period.

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In addition, the report projects the market to accelerate at a CAGR of almost 5% during the forecast period.
The optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) market is driven by the increased demand for tier-2 certification standards.
However, the growing market for rental test equipment might hinder the market growth.
Market growth in this region will be faster than the growth of the market in Europe, MEA, and South America.

VIAVI Expands the Industry's Most Comprehensive Fiber Test Portfolio

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Tuesday, March 16, 2021

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV)today introduced new fiber test and measurement solutions, expanding the industry's most complete portfolio for fiber optic testing.

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV)today introduced new fiber test and measurement solutions, expanding the industry's most complete portfolio for fiber optic testing.
New and enhanced elements of the VIAVI fiber portfolio include:
OTDR 2.0 The all new VIAVI OTDR solution , redesigned to deliver faster, more reliable measurements and user experience.
A modular design allows migration of fiber test capabilities across VIAVI platforms, including T-BERD/MTS, OneAdvisor and CellAdvisor 5G.
These solutions complement the most comprehensive fiber test portfolio in the industry, including PON/FTTx innovations for fiber monitoring ( ONMS ), construction/installation ( Optimeter ), and first-to-market certification of unbalanced PON architectures ( PON OTDR ).

QualTek Acquires Fiber Network Solutions, A Premier Provider of Fiber Optic and Electrical Services to the Telecom and Renewable Industries

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021

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FNS, established in 2001 and based in Tyler, TX, is a premier full-service provider of fiber optic and electrical services, focusing primarily on renewable energy projects.

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FNS, established in 2001 and based in Tyler, TX, is a premier full-service provider of fiber optic and electrical services, focusing primarily on renewable energy projects.
The Company provides fiber optic terminations, OTDR and power meter testing, fusion splicing, fiber placement, extensive fiber optic and copper infrastructure installation, cable jetting, boring and trenching, industry specific maintenance, and design and material procurement.
About QualTek: QualTek is one of the largest providers of turnkey services to the North American telecommunications, infrastructure and power industries.
About FNS: Based in Tyler, TX, FNS is a premier full-service provider for all fiber optic and electrical services to a wide array of markets.

EXFO Partners With Openreach for Ground-Breaking Full Fibre Initiative

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Thursday, January 7, 2021

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Following a competitive tender process, Openreach has awarded EXFO a contract to supply optical test heads and test access switching for this initiative.

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Following a competitive tender process, Openreach has awarded EXFO a contract to supply optical test heads and test access switching for this initiative.
This announcement comes as Openreach hit a record build rate for its Full Fibre broadband programme.
As a long-term Openreach partner, EXFO was selected thanks to its proven ability to provide fast, automated qualification of fibre builds, and for its unique iOLM OTDR technology.
Wim te Niet, Vice President, Sales EMEA, EXFO: Openreach is an early mover in adopting permanent fibre monitoring technology, which will eventually cover all households in the UK.