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THINKY Corporation has announced a strategic distribution partnership with AusOptic International Pty Ltd. The agreement, effective June 1, 2025, positions AusOptic as an official distributor for THINKY's innovative Planetary Mixers portfolio throughout the region, bringing advanced mixing technology to Australia and New Zealand's growing advanced manufacturing sectors.

Optiwave Systems Inc. has developed groundbreaking Free-Space Optical (FSO) simulation software that provides engineers with valuable design tools for next-generation communication systems. This innovation, validated through a prestigious collaboration with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) and the University of Ottawa, represents a significant advancement in bringing laser-powered communications closer to commercial reality.

Last week at OFC 2025, AusOptic had the opportunity to witness firsthand how Lightera, the newly rebranded OFC and Furukawa Electric company, is positioning itself at the forefront of optical technology.

With the rapid growth of AI workloads and data centres, optical fibre technologies must evolve at an unprecedented pace to meet the urgent need for high-fibre density solutions that provide both high capacity and ultra-low latency. Companies at the forefront of innovation, such as Lightera, are shaping the future of network infrastructure with advancements in hollow core fibre, multi-core fibre, and high-density fibre bundles.

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., a key supplier to AusOptic and renowned manufacturer of FITEL fusion splicers, has announced the integration of its optical fibre cable operations under a new brand name: Lightera™. This strategic rebranding, which took effect on April 1, 2025 (and is no April fools joke), marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of one of the world's leading optical fibre manufacturers.

In the rapidly evolving field of silicon photonics, understanding your specific manufacturing and research needs is crucial for developing effective solutions. At AusOptic, we collaborate closely with EXFO Manufacturing, Design, and Research (MDR) Solutions and Engineering to tailor our services to your unique requirements. To ensure we meet your goals, we begin with a series of key questions that help us define the best approach for your project.

Silicon photonics is gaining prominence, integrating optics and electronic engineering to develop novel high-speed data processing capabilities and now a growing range of practical applications, including artificial intelligence data centres, quantum computers, and diagnostic tools for medical purposes.

In a groundbreaking development that could reshape the future of navigation, scientists at Sandia National Laboratories have created a miniature silicon photonic modulator chip that brings us closer to a “quantum compass.” This innovative technology promises to provide ultra-precise navigation capabilities even in environments where GPS signals are unavailable or compromised.

Recently, during the Revolutionising Optical Transport Networks webinar, Andrea Guglielmi, Business Development Manager at EXFO, provided insightful perspectives on the evolution of IP over DWDM, interoperability challenges, and the shaping of the future of high-speed networking through standardisation efforts.

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving unprecedented transformation in data center technologies, particularly in high-performance transceivers. As AI workloads grow exponentially, the need for faster, more efficient data transmission has become critical. This blog post explores the latest developments in Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC)-based transceivers and examines Nvidia's cutting-edge server architecture requirements for these components as of 2025.

Being an early adopter of high Ethernet rates (e.g., 800G) and next-gen coherent optic technologies (800ZR/ZR+/LR) comes with unique challenges. It requires innovative tools and techniques to effectively implement these new specifications. In this blog post, we’ll explore insights shared in the September 2024 webinar moderated by David Rodgers, Business Development Manager at EXFO, along with experts from EXFO and Lumentum. They provide an industry overview of these emerging technologies and strategies to overcome the associated challenges.

AusOptic announces its successful certification as a fully registered JOSCAR-AU supplier. Effective from August 2024, this accreditation reinforces the company's position as a trusted partner in Australia's aerospace and Defence supply chain.

YOFC’s recent field trials with major telecom operators in China have set new global benchmarks for data transmission speed, capacity, and latency reduction. Hollow core fibre has significant potential to shape the next generation of fibre transmission in the era of artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.

EXFO is set to demonstrate their latest advancements in fiber optic electrical and optical testing at OFC 2024. The company will showcase automated PIC testing and complete electrical-to-optical transceiver testing capabilities.

Discover how Hollow Core Fibre technology is revolutionizing global communications by enabling faster data transmission through air, with real-world applications in 5G, financial trading, and more.

In today's fast-changing tech world, Silicon Photonics and Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) are breaking new ground. They have the potential to cause a revolution in computing, communications, and sensing. These tiny engineering wonders aim to surpass the limits of standard electronic circuits bringing in a new age of quicker more productive, and more capable devices. Let's explore the captivating realm of PICs and examine their advantages, hurdles, and possible uses.

Global bandwidth needs keep rising, and optical technology must adapt to keep up. Hollow core fibre (HCF) stands out as a promising new tech. It sends light through air instead of a solid glass core. This basic change brings big performance gains in cutting down delay.

Stephen Hardy, who edits Lightwave talked with Daryl Ennis, who leads New Business Growth at OFS, and Brian Mangan, a tech expert there. They discussed how OFS is leading the way with its AccuCore HCF cable.

Correct cabling installation plays a crucial but often ignored role in connecting to the National Broadband Network (NBN). Good cabling ensures the best connectivity and allows property owners to place their NBN connection box and Wi-Fi router in the best spots boosting coverage and performance. This post gives an overview of NBN cabling installation. It covers initial planning steps and specific needs for different NBN technologies.

See the collaboration and development work behind the OptoSigma "Super Mirror" technology, used in the highly precise atomic "optical lattice clock" at the Quantum Metrology Laboratory, RIKEN in Japan.

How AusOptic developed a customised CWDM and DWDM integrated solution for the ASX and successfully delivered increased network capacity with critically high-speed performance.