VIAVI Introduces Sensing Solutions for Fiber Optic Cables and Fiber-Enabled Critical Infrastructure
VIAVI Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAV) has launched NITRO® Fiber Sensing, an integrated real-time asset monitoring and analytics solution for critical infrastructure. This solution addresses challenges in protecting and optimizing assets like pipelines, power transmission, and data center interconnects.
NITRO Fiber Sensing incorporates Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS), Simultaneous Temperature and Strain Sensing (DTSS), and Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) technologies. It uses remote Fiber Test Heads (FTH) to monitor fiber optic cables, measuring temperature, strain, and acoustic vibrations. The system provides valuable infrastructure health data, enabling proactive maintenance and preventing downtime.
This solution aims to swiftly detect, localize, and prevent external threats, minimizing damage and outages, thus leading to lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for operators.
- Launch of NITRO® Fiber Sensing solution for critical infrastructure monitoring
- Potential for lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for operators
- Capability to swiftly detect, localize, and prevent external threats
- Enables proactive maintenance and downtime prevention
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VIAVI's new NITRO Fiber Sensing solution brings together advanced technologies like Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS), Simultaneous Temperature and Strain Sensing (DTSS) and Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS). These components offer real-time monitoring and analytics, important for maintaining the health of critical infrastructure. This is significant because it enables operators to detect and respond to threats like human interference or environmental changes quickly. By integrating real-time data and proactive maintenance capabilities, this solution can significantly reduce downtime and operational costs.
Additionally, the use of remote Fiber Test Heads (FTH), which can monitor temperature, strain and acoustic vibrations, underscores the sophistication of the solution. FTHs provide precise location-based alerts, which can be invaluable for maintenance and repair teams. This not only enhances the security and reliability of the infrastructure but also aligns with the increasing demand for robust monitoring systems across industries.
From a technical perspective, the innovation here lies in the seamless integration of multiple sensing technologies into a single platform. This can be particularly beneficial for industries like oil and gas, power transmission and data centers, where asset integrity is paramount. The proactive nature of the solution, combined with its real-time analytics, positions it as a forward-thinking offering in the field of fiber optic sensing.
From a market perspective, the launch of NITRO Fiber Sensing by VIAVI could be a strategic move to capture a larger share of the growing market for fiber optic monitoring solutions. The solution addresses a clear need for enhanced infrastructure security and efficiency, which is becoming increasingly important as industries become more reliant on fiber optic networks.
This product could potentially lead to new revenue streams for VIAVI, especially given its applicability across a broad range of sectors such as oil and gas, power transmission and data center interconnects. The emphasis on reducing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through swift detection and prevention of external threats is likely to resonate well with potential customers who are looking for cost-effective, reliable solutions.
Furthermore, VIAVI's established reputation in fiber monitoring, combined with the introduction of this advanced solution, strengthens its market positioning. Investors should keep an eye on how this product is received in the market as it could boost the company's market share and profitability in the long run.
Operators face challenges in protecting and optimizing their critical infrastructure. The costs associated with damage to critical assets often dwarf initial investment, hence, swift detection, localization and prevention of external threats help minimize damage and outages, leading to lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). In addition, optimizing operation helps ensure that production targets are met.
Comprising Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS), Simultaneous Temperature and Strain Sensing (DTSS) and Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) technologies, NITRO Fiber Sensing provides the critical intelligence needed to swiftly identify and pinpoint threats.
NITRO Fiber Sensing uses remote Fiber Test Heads (FTH), commonly known as interrogators, to monitor fiber optic cables or fiber-enabled infrastructure. By performing real-time distributed fiber optic sensing, FTH can measure temperature and strain along a fiber or detect acoustic vibrations close to a fiber. Deployed at strategic locations, including along power cables and pipelines, FTH provides valuable infrastructure health data that can be used to drive proactive maintenance and prevent downtime. Alerts notify operators of potential threats from human interference, vehicle movement, digging operations, fishing nets or ship anchors encroaching on valuable assets. These alarms include precise location information to assist maintenance, response or repair teams.
"As a leader in fiber monitoring, VIAVI is trusted to monitor millions of miles of fiber with thousands of test heads around the world today. We take fiber monitoring to the next level with the NITRO Fiber Sensing solution," said Kevin Oliver, Vice President and General Manager, Fiber and Access Solutions, VIAVI. "As the use of fiber optic cables increases across various industries to enable accurate, resilient monitoring while complying with security regulations, our broad portfolio serves each customer's unique needs."
About VIAVI
VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. Learn more about VIAVI at www.viavisolutions.com. Follow us on VIAVI Perspectives, LinkedIn and YouTube.
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