Exceptional speed, resilience and low latency are critical for data center interconnect, with hollow core fiber (HCF) enabling significantly improved performance for these and other KPIs over traditional single-mode fiber (SMF). The technology’s trial and rollout is a priority deployment in sectors such as AI, quantum communications and cloud infrastructure. But testing HCF using traditional […]
Hollow core fiber (HCF) is rapidly transitioning from lab research into field trials and early operational deployments. Its ability to guide light through a predominantly air‑filled core rather than solid glass enables tangible performance gains, most notably lower attenuation, reduced latency, and less signal distortion. These properties make HCF especially attractive, particularly for data center […]
Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) has become a critical tool for monitoring and protecting infrastructure at scale. As deployments have grown, so too have the expectations to move beyond simple detection toward higher accuracy, better event identification, and fewer false alarms. This evolution has driven the adoption of phase‑based DAS, such as VIAVI’s patented true‑phase DAS, […]
Over the past 18 months, the VIAVI ONE LabPro® ONE-1600 has supported customers that are bringing 1.6Tb OSFP 1600 modules to market. Challenges initially focused on PHY layer and 224G SERDES, but we now move into a more rigorous, standards-backed phase as advanced features such as APSU/ILT, inner FEC, and CMIS all must be developed, […]
As VIAVI continues to lead and support the 1.6Tb ecosystem, we now see a distinct transition from the first generation ‘can we build it?’ to the 2nd and even 3rd generation modules with the right performance and power to allow massive 1.6Tb systems deployment at scale. This is further enabled by the emergence of 102Tb switch silicon […]
Last weekend, an undersea cable in the Red Sea was cut, disrupting internet access in the Middle East and Asia. It wasn’t until three days after the cutting that it was reported that it was likely the result of commercial shipping. This isn’t the first instance. Four Red Sea cables were cut last February by […]
In the rapidly evolving world of AI data centers, VIAVI Solutions is at the forefront with its innovative enhancements to the MAP testing platform. One standout feature is Enhanced Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR), a software addition to the PCT infrastructure that simplifies and accelerates fiber optic testing. What is Enhanced TDR? Enhanced TDR is designed […]
In an era where security threats are constantly evolving, ensuring the security of perimeters around critical infrastructure and of national borders is more critical than ever. The need for advanced and reliable security measures has never been greater. Traditional methods often fall short in providing the comprehensive coverage required to protect infrastructure and national borders. […]
As the European Union (EU) accelerates the digitalization of its economies, the importance of robust fiber optic infrastructure becomes increasingly evident. Recognizing this, the EU has introduced directives aimed at enhancing the resilience, physical security, and cyber security of critical infrastructure. The starting point is understanding the legal framework. The EU and its member states […]
As the world shifts towards renewable energy, wind farms are becoming a crucial component of our energy infrastructure. Ensuring the reliability and efficiency of these installations is paramount, and fiber sensing technology is playing a pivotal role in achieving this goal. Fiber sensing technology utilizes the unique properties of optical fibers to detect changes in […]
