Next-generation Optical Communication

For future high-density and high-capacity transmission, Optical Fiber we are developing Multi-Core Fiber (MCF), which has multiple cores in one fiber, for practical use. Fujikura is continuing research and development to propose MCF technology as a total solution customer including not only fibers but also peripheral technologies such as cables, connectors, and fusion splicing.
Fujikura has developed manufacturing technology to fabricate 600 km MCFs from a single base material with high precision dimensions ahead of its competitors, and is also working on development for even larger MCFs.28 MCF cables mounted with 8-fiber 4-core MCFs were laying into ducts, and 576 input/output devices were fusion-connected at both ends of the cable, and between buildings. The results of field verification were presented at an international conference, demonstrating the advanced nature of our research and development. We are also working on the development of technology to application MCF to 24-fiber MPO connectors that can connect 24 fibers at once. This technology makes it possible to accommodate 96 cores in a single connector at high density. In addition, Fujikura's thin, high-density Fiber Optic Cable technology, SWR ^Ⓡ /WTC ^Ⓡ By adding MCF to application, it is possible to achieve higher transmission capacity and smaller cable diameters than ever before, and is expected to be used in fields such as data center, where high-density Optical Fiber transmission networks are required.
Increased demand for electric power due to the growing volume of information and communication has become a global problem. Optical Fiber Lower losses and reduced connection losses in the
Also, a significant reduction in power consumption can be expected in replacing metal transmission with optical transmission. We will also promote development in this field.