Fiber Focus
Fiber Focus
Podcast Description
Fiber Focus is the podcast from Sumitomo Electric Lightwave that explores the technology, tools, and techniques behind modern fiber optic networks. From product innovations to practical insights for data center and on-prem environments, each episode helps industry professionals stay connected to what matters most.
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into key themes related to fiber optic networks, including advancements in pliable ribbon technology, deployment strategies, and operational efficiencies. Specific episodes may cover topics like the benefits of Freeform Ribbon™ for splicing and space utilization, as well as real-world applications and expert predictions in the field of fiber optics.
Fiber Focus is the podcast from Sumitomo Electric Lightwave that explores the technology, tools, and techniques behind modern fiber optic networks. From product innovations to practical insights for data center and on-prem environments, each episode helps industry professionals stay connected to what matters most.
Starting with the first loose tube fiber optic cable of the 1970s, Loren Rapp, Sumitomo Electric Lightwave’s product line manager for fiber optic cable, highlights the key drivers in the evolution of cable design. Initial designs focused on providing protection for fibers being pulled in long-haul applications – either by hand across land or by boat in oceanic deployments – to enable telephone and fax services. The industry has come a long way from offering plain old telephone service (POTS), and fiber optic cable manufacturers have enabled every step of this evolution. Many of today’s cables are designed to pack more fiber in less conduit or ladder rack space for AI and machine learning applications. Some of the cable types discussed in this Fiber Focus episode include tight-buffered, central tube/slotted core, monotube, and microcable. Tune in to this conversation to learn more.
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Episode Links
Optical Fiber Cable Solutions: https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/product-category/optical-fiber-cable-solutions/
Loren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-vitter-rapp-a268a61a/
Meredyth on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/meredythneilly
Connect with Sumitomo Electric Lightwave
Website: https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave7062
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