Installing Fiber Optic Cables in Sewers - Maximizing the Potential of ExistingUnderground Infrastructure

摘要

The increasing demand for high speed data communications and providing fiber opticrnnetwork connectivity in inner city cores proved to be more challenging than previouslyrnthough. Disruptive and expansive methods of digging up the streets and placing multiductrnstructure delayed many service providers in delivering their services to end usersrnand created havoc in the cities.rnThe sewer system has been designed and built as a network. Revolutionary idea to utilizernthat network, that is the most extensive open-access conduit network in any city, andrnplace fiber optic cable attached to the top wall of the pipe started a new trend. This hasrnbecome a preferred method of installations for cities that want to leverage their existingrninfrastructure, minimize disruptions and create additional revenue. Also, necessaryrnmaintenance, inspection and rehabilitation are done on behalf of telecoms furtherrnbenefiting the owners of ROWs and sewer pipes. How it is done, technical challenges andrnsolutions.