Fiber optic communication systems consists of an optical transmitter to convert an electrical signal to an optical signal for transmission through the optical fiber, a cable containing several bundles of optical fibers, optical amplifiers to boost the power of the optical. Fiber optic communication systems consists of an optical transmitter to convert an electrical signal to an optical signal for transmission through the optical fiber, a cable containing several bundles of optical fibers, optical amplifiers to boost the power of the optical. Fiber-optic communication is a form of optical communication for transmitting information from one place to another by sending pulses of infrared or visible light through an optical fiber. The light is a form of carrier wave that is modulated to carry information. Fiber is preferred. The process of optical communication breaks down into a few simple steps: E/O converters use light-emitting elements such as semiconductor lasers, O/E converters use light-receiving elements such as photodiodes, and optical elements such as lenses are used at the input and output of optical fiber. Total internal reflection prevents light inserted into one end of the fibre from escaping through the sides. Optical fibre is preferred over electrical cabling for long-distance transmission. OPTICAL FIBER COMMUNICATIONS, FOURTH EDITION Published by McGraw-Hill, a business unit of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., 1221 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020. Copyright © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
