Optical communication modules with improved security
US11496218B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 3, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B10/50
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Optical communication modules and associated methods and computer program products for performing network communication security are provided. An example optical module includes a substrate, a first optoelectronic component supported by the substrate configured for operation with optical signals having a first wavelength, and a second optoelectronic component supported by the substrate configured for operation with optical signals having a second wavelength. The module further includes an optical communication medium defining a first end in optical communication with the first optoelectronic component and the second optoelectronic component and a second end. The module also includes security circuitry operably connected with the first optoelectronic component and the second optoelectronic component. The security circuitry determines the presence of a noncompliant component coupled with the optical communication medium at the second end based upon operation of the second optoelectronic component.
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