The History of Fiber Optics from the 19th century to the present is a fascinating story of scientific development and perseverance. This video/CD-ROM is especially beneficial for new employees, students, and those who want a deeper understanding of the fiber optics industry.

Topics:

• The Pioneers of fiber optics in the 19th and 20th centuries
• Early through mid 20th century discoveries
• 1950s: internal reflection, fiber structure & applications and other issues.
• 1960s: lasers and Charles Kao''s fiber proposal
• Early 1970s: development of systems, splicing, connectors & test equipment
• Late 1970s: development of systems, splicing, connectors & test equipment.
• The Implementation Years
• 1980s: 1st generation singlemode systems, deregulation and submarine systems
• 1990s and beyond: the Internet, DWDM and the future