Chorum Technologies Debuts New Family of Intelligent Optical Subsystems; Demonstration at 2002 Optical Fiber Communications Conference Mar. 19-21, in Anaheim, Calif.Business Editors & High Tech Writers Optical Fiber Communications Conference Booth #1739 RICHARDSON, Texas Richardson is a suburb in Dallas County and Collin County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 91,803, while according to a 2006 estimate, the population had grown to 99,200. & ANAHEIM, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 18, 2002 Chorum Technologies, a leading provider of all-optical processors and subsystems for low-cost, high-capacity communications networks The transmission channels interconnecting all client and server stations as well as all supporting hardware and software. , today announced it has expanded its PolarWave(TM) family of products to include the new PolarModule(TM) Variable Mux/Demux Modules, intelligent optical subsystems for integrated signal power control and multiplexing/demultiplexing. Developed through integration of Chorum Technologies' proprietary free-space diffraction grating A device that breaks up an electromagnetic wave into its different frequencies (wavelengths) by scattering them at different angles. For example, a series of thousands of scored lines in a glass plate diffracts light into a rainbow of colors. and high-density liquid crystal arrays, Variable Mux/Demux Modules (VMux) provide individual channel optical power control, while multiplexing multiplexing, in communication, technique whereby two or more independent messages, or information-bearing signals, are carried by a single common medium, or channel. or demultiplexing optical channels. Designed for channel equalization In communications, techniques used to reduce distortion and compensate for signal loss (attenuation) over long distances. and pre-emphasis, the VMux provides a low cost, low loss solution for intelligent control of optical signal power. The next generation of dynamic, intelligent optical networks requires subsystems designed to integrate multiple functionalities at very low cost. The VMux fulfills these requirements by providing sophisticated, intelligent optical power level control in a highly integrated optical module. Interface with overall system control algorithms is accomplished via a memory-mapped 16-bit dual port RAM. Available at 50,100 and 200GHz channel spacings The amount of bandwidth allotted to each channel in a communications system that transmits multiple frequencies such as fiber optics. It is measured as the spacing between center frequencies (or wavelengths) of adjacent channels. See guard band. with 16 to 64 channels per module, the VMux provides a flexible growth platform for future-proofing systems. "Chorum Technologies is dedicated to the development of higher levels of intelligence in optical networks. With our new Variable Mux/Demux Modules, we and our customers, take another step toward deployment of these intelligent optical solutions," said Scott Grout Grout A binding or structural agent used in construction and engineering applications. Grout is typically a mixture of hydraulic cement and water, with or without fine aggregate; however, chemical grouts are also produced. , Chorum Technologies' president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . " Chorum Technologies' Variable Mux/Demux Modules are currently sampling and will be commercially available later this year. Chorum Technologies will demonstrate its PolarWave products, including a live demonstration of the Variable Mux/Demux Modules, at OFC OFC Office OFC Officer OFC Of Course OFC Oxygen Free Copper OFC Oceania Football Confederation (soccer) OFC Optical Fiber Cable OFC Optical Fiber Communications OFC Optical Fiber Conference exhibition booth #1739. Product demonstrations will be available at these times: -- 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, Mar. 19, 2002 -- 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, Mar. 20, 2002 -- 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday, Mar. 21, 2002 About Chorum Technologies Chorum Technologies is a leading provider of all-optical processors and subsystems for high-capacity communications networks. Chorum Technologies' PolarWave(TM) family of optical filtering, switching, routing and processing technologies enables networks that are faster, more flexible and more cost-effective than today's networks. Chorum Technologies was founded in 1996 and is based in the Telecom Corridor(R) of Richardson, Texas. For more information, visit www.chorumtech.com. Chorum and Chorum Technologies are registered trademarks and PolarWave, PolarCast, PolarTune, PolarShift and PolarModule are trademarks of Chorum Technologies. Telecom Corridor(R) is a registered trademark of the Richardson Chamber of Commerce. |
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