Milestones in Optical Communications - A Historical and Future Perspective
Organizer:
Hans-Joachim Grallert, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute, Berlin (retired)
Description:
Explore the evolution of photonic transmission technology at this exhibition, showcasing groundbreaking advancements in photonic components and transmission systems. Spanning from pioneering innovations of the 1940s to cutting-edge prototypes not yet available on the market, the exhibition offers a unique view of both the history and future of optical communications.
Highlights include:
- Optical Radio Relay Transmitter and Receiver, Carl Zeiss AG Jena, circa 1940
- Optical Heterodyne Receiver, G. Fischer, 1988
- Lambda Router 256×256 MEMS, Bell Labs, 1990s
- 40 Gbit/s SiGe EDTM Chipset, Siemens, 1999
- Evolution of Metro WDM Systems, Adtran (Adva)
- Visible Light Communication System, Heinrich Hertz Institute
- Optical Satellite Communication Terminals, Tesat
With over 50 exhibits, the collection offers a broad look at the milestones that have shaped the field of photonic communications.
Location:
The exhibition is located on the 1st Floor (C2) and open Monday through Wednesday during conference hours.
Participating Exhibitors:
Adtran, Nokia Bell Labs, Coherent, Heinrich Hertz Institute, Tesat, Georg Fischer, Deutsches Technik Museum Berlin