The Evolution of Fiber Optics in Avionics

801145

09/01/1980

Event
Aerospace Congress and Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
Fiber optics was first proposed for communications in July 1966. Since that time commercial and military programs have evolved fiber optics to a state where practical and economically competitive systems are being implemented. This paper explores the development of fiber-optic components and systems in aircraft. The major benefits of a fiber-optic system are presented, highlighting less obvious features such as reduced susceptibilities to nuclear phenomena and electromagnetic compatibility. A survey of contracted and independent programs in industry is presented that shows those areas where feasibility and proof-of-concept in airborne systems has been demonstrated. The evolution of fiber-optic standardization is also presented, and shows how an effort is being made to confine the direction of fiber-optic systems without excluding technological advances.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/801145
Pages
8
Citation
Husbands, C., Currier, P., and Porter, D., "The Evolution of Fiber Optics in Avionics," SAE Technical Paper 801145, 1980, https://doi.org/10.4271/801145.
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Published
Sep 1, 1980
Product Code
801145
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English