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optical fibre

/ˈɒptɪkəl ˈfaɪbər/

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/ˈɒptɪkəl ˈfaɪbər/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТонкая гибкая нить из стекла или пластика, передающая световые сигналы на большие расстояния, используемая в телекоммуникациях и сетях для высокоскоростной передачи данных.

A thin, flexible strand of glass or plastic that transmits light signals over long distances, used in telecommunications and networking for high-speed data transfer.

  1. Data transmission mediumB2formal

    A flexible, transparent fiber made of glass or plastic that transmits light signals for high-speed communication.

    ruСреда передачи данных

    • Optical fibre cables are used for high-speed internet connections.
    • The new network relies on optical fibre for faster data transfer.
    • Telecommunications companies are replacing copper wires with optical fibre.
  2. Light guiding technologyB2formal

    A technology that uses thin strands of glass or plastic to transmit information as pulses of light.

    ruСветоводная технология

    • Optical fibre technology revolutionized long-distance communication.
    • The principle of total internal reflection is key to optical fibre operation.
    • Medical endoscopes often use optical fibre bundles.