Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Advanced optical technologies enable space laser communications. |
| Authors: |
JUMEL, SIMON1 |
| Source: |
Laser Focus World. Jan/Feb2026, Vol. 62 Issue 1, p20-23. 4p. |
| Subjects: |
Laser communication systems, Optical amplifiers, Optical devices, Broadband communication systems |
| Abstract: |
The article explains how free-space optical communications are rapidly advancing, with projects like the SOLiS demonstrator showing that laser-based satellite links can deliver ultra-secure, high-throughput data transmission far beyond the limits of radio-frequency (RF) systems. Topics include Exail's role in space-grade optical components, advantages of FSO over RF for multi-orbit networks, and the use of fiber amplifiers and rugged optical assemblies for reliable space and ground links. |
| Database: |
Engineering Source |