Technician's Guide to Fiber Optics - Softcover

Donald J. Sterling

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0827374275 ISBN 13: 9780827374270

Publisher: Delmar Pub, 1993

Synopsis

This concise, current text provides an introduction to fiber optic technology for communications, covering the fundamentals in a precise style. An excellent primer for students beginning to study the subject, there is equal emphasis on both the theory of fiber and its applications in communications. There is a thorough explanation and description of how fiber differs from copper wire as well as a useful perspective on how fiber is used. ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Guide, ISBN: 0-7668-0120-9 (Keywords: Electronic Communication)

About this title

From the Publisher

Features:
New, expanded coverage of broadband systems.
The clear writing style makes concepts easy to grasp.
Numerous illustrations enhance and amplify the text.
Up-to-date material provides coverage of such topics as VCSELs and dense WDMs.
The practical orientation of material provides valuable perspectives on the uses of fiber optics.

About the Author

Donald J. Sterling has over 25 years of experience as a technical and ad copy writer in the areas of electronics and high technology. He has worked with AMP, Lucent Technologies, Agere Systems, ExceLight Communications, and other leaders in optical communications. Currently, Donald is working for an advertising agency that deals with high technology. In addition to this book, he has also written related books, which include coverage of fibers in specific applications. Donald is well versed in his industry and shows this in his new book.

Edition details

• Publisher: Delmar Pub
• Publication date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0827374275
• ISBN 13: 9780827374270
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 279