{"title":"Applicability and recommendation of optical reflectometer technology on naval aircrtaft","authors":"E. Tegge","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653150","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653150","url":null,"abstract":"Fault location identification within the fiber optic systems of naval aircraft currently requires maintenance personnel to break the optical link to insert test equipment. This procedure changes the configuration which often masks the failure and exposes the fiber link to additional contamination and requires significant time for implementation. The proposed solution to this problem is to build optical power monitors and a reflectometer into the fiber optic transceivers. The transmitter's optical power monitor enables identification of the transmitter's health. The reflectometer enables spatial identification of a failure in the interconnecting fibers. The receiver's power monitor, coupled with the results of the transmitter power monitor and reflectometer, enables identification of the receiver's health. This fiber optic Built-in-Test (BIT) equipment could be remotely activated by the aircraft's Diagnostics and Health Monitor (DHM) system and the results reported via the DHM from a simple user input. This capability enables automatic test of all fiber optic links within the aircraft in seconds without any physical changes to any elements of the fiber system. The resulting report would identify failed transmitters, receivers, and the spatial location of failures in the aircraft's interconnecting fiber. Harris Corporation was funded by NAVAIR through Penn State University to study the technical feasibility of implementing such a BIT system and to recommend a technical approach of the optical reflectometer. This paper presents these results.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"110 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125124020","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development of an optical fiber cable plant for sixth generation avionics networks","authors":"M. Hackert, M. Beranek, B.G. McDermott","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653156","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653156","url":null,"abstract":"Avionics networks have slowly evolved from simple radios and electromechanical control servos to sophisticated inter-networked suites of systems which provide integrated interfaces to platform aircrew and subsystems as well as connections to the global information grid for network centric warfare. This paper describes the development and current standardization of an optically transparent, future-proofed cable plant that can support the aerospace industrypsilas transition to high speed, high connectivity optical networking that can survive the 25-100 year life of the airframe.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"10 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125805171","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Optical wireless links for aerospace applications","authors":"D. Harres","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653158","url":null,"abstract":"The potential use for optical wireless is quite high and is largely untapped in the aerospace industry. Consumer experience with TV remote controls has given the impression that optical wireless is limited-range, highly directional and low-data-rate, but the truth is that this technology is extremely powerful when properly implemented.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"10 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125446734","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
A. Kumar, Madhan Sivakumar, Dexiang Wang, J. Mcnair
{"title":"Effect of traffic patterns on optical time-division-multiplexed/WDM networks for avionics","authors":"A. Kumar, Madhan Sivakumar, Dexiang Wang, J. Mcnair","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653182","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653182","url":null,"abstract":"Communication systems for use in commercial aircrafts are becoming increasingly complex and bandwidth intensive to meet the needs of multimedia users, as well as perform system management functions. The various avionics sub-systems have varied requirements for services that generate a wide range of traffic patterns. Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) provides a robust way to offer such services, but measures have to be taken to make sure that the bandwidth is effectively utilized. Using Optical Time Division Multiplexing (OTDM) with WDM increases the bandwidth usage per wavelength in the WDM system, thereby increasing the effective utilization of the system capacity. This paper analyzes the effect of three different traffic patterns generated at the sub-systems, on an OTDM/WDM network.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"41 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125507341","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Monolithically integrated tunable laser transmitters for WDM avionics system","authors":"K.-Y. Liou","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653177","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653177","url":null,"abstract":"Tunable laser transmitters for WDM-based local area network in aerospace environment are required to have reliable performance under harsh conditions in addition to being small size, light weight and low power consumption. Similar to commercial WDM telecommunications, an avionic WDM system will consist of lasers at ITU frequencies transmitting signals between WDM optical nodes on an aircraft. The avionic system can be a broadcast-and-select fiber network architecture, or alternatively a metro ring configuration with reconfigurable WDM channel add/drop for example. The link lengths for avionics are typically no more than 100 meters, but a variety of optical connectors and WDM mux/demux between transmitters and receivers contribute to optical losses. For avionic WDM systems, the use of wavelength tunable laser transmitters can significantly enhance system functionality and simplify maintenance and component sparing.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129192813","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Increased dynamic range for microwave photonic links","authors":"A. Karim, J. Devenport","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653160","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653160","url":null,"abstract":"Microwave photonic links with increased dynamic range are required for antenna remoting applications. In this work, a linearized microwave photonic link was used for both radio-frequency (RF) signal transport and down-conversion to a lower intermediate frequency (IF).","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"105 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132209992","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
G. Trouillard, P. Zivojinovic, M. Bergeron, A. Fraser, E. Weynant
{"title":"New connectivity solution for optical fibres using phasoptx shape memory alloy optimend®","authors":"G. Trouillard, P. Zivojinovic, M. Bergeron, A. Fraser, E. Weynant","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653190","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653190","url":null,"abstract":"In this article, Phasoptx is demonstrating the capacity and quality of shape memory alloy for installation and connection of optical fibres.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"25 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127707483","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ronia results: WDM-based optical networks in aircraft applications","authors":"S. Habiby, M. Hackert","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653181","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653181","url":null,"abstract":"This paper reviews the results of the Requirements for Optical Networks in Avionics (RONIA) project providing motivation for the use of WDM-based optical networks in aircraft applications and highlights challenges to be addressed.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"20 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133496973","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Photonics for RF systems","authors":"S. Pappert, R. Esman, B. Krantz","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653148","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653148","url":null,"abstract":"Owing to inherently large time-bandwidth products and attractive size and weight features, photonics technology has long been recognized as valuable for its potential ability to extend sensing and signal processing performance and capabilities. RF signal generation, RF signal distribution, RF delay lines, fast tunable RF filtering and true-time-delay (TTD) processing for wideband microwave arrays are just a few of the areas where the broadband features of RF photonic devices and processors can be highlighted for RF system applications. To continue to meet the needs of future applications, RF system bandwidth and dynamic range at high sensitivity must continue to increase well beyond current performance levels; photonics provides an attractive approach for accomplishing this. This paper reviews recent developments in microwave photonic technology relevant to RF front-end signal processing.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132492924","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cost effective fiber optic physical layer for aircraft utility networks","authors":"L. Bolton","doi":"10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653151","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/AVFOP.2008.4653151","url":null,"abstract":"The next ten years will see an unprecedented growth in the production rate of transport aircraft and business jets with next generation commercial transport jets being produced at a rate of one a day and final assembly taking place in less than five days. Aggressive development schedules for new aircraft designs will continue to be a feature of the industry and this will have implications for new technology; achievement of high technology readiness levels early in the aircraft development cycle will be a necessity and the ability to demonstrate full design and simulation support will be essential to raise confidence and reduce risk. This paper describes the requirements for future utility network solutions, the candidate network technologies and the approach being taken to achieve a cost effective fiber optic physical layer.","PeriodicalId":142148,"journal":{"name":"2008 IEEE Avionics, Fiber-Optics and Photonics Technology Conference","volume":"16 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132384473","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}