Transceivers for Optical Networks in Automotive Applications

Abstract

The need for in-car-networks being capable of increased datarates led to the development of optical data links via POF (plastic optical fibre).

At Infineon Technologies, currently optical transceivers are developed and under preproduction for the MOST (media oriented systems transport) as well as for the byteflight system. The two optical networks are quite different concerning electrical/optical parameters and system design.

Transceiver technology is based on advanced components, on a high integration level within one package and a new concept for fibre coupling.

Moreover, the development of transceivers for the next generation of optical networks has been started.