A new optical semantic communication system using multimode fiber achieves seven-fold transmission capacity, improving data exchange and noise tolerance.
The article from MSN discusses the advantages of using multimode fiber optic cables for enhancing network capacity and noise tolerance. It explains that multimode fibers can transmit multiple light modes simultaneously, which allows for higher data transmission rates over shorter distances compared to single-mode fibers. This makes them particularly useful in data centers and local area networks (LANs) where high bandwidth is required within a limited space. The article highlights that multimode fibers are less susceptible to signal degradation due to their larger core size, which reduces the impact of modal dispersion and allows for easier and less precise coupling of light into the fiber. Additionally, it mentions the ongoing advancements in multimode fiber technology, such as the development of OM5 fiber, which supports even higher speeds and is optimized for wavelengths used in shortwave division multiplexing (SWDM), thereby improving both capacity and noise tolerance in modern network infrastructures.
Science & Technology
Tue, March 11, 2025
