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The Key Technological Leap<\/h2>\n
The breakthrough is not just about speed; it also involves the impressive \u00a0distance\u00a0 achieved without increasing the cable diameter. Previous records for pure speed reached \u00a01.7 Petabits per second\u00a0, but these only covered \u00a063.7 kilometers\u00a0. In comparison, this new record increases the distance by \u00a028 times\u00a0 without any increase in the thickness of the fiber, marking a potential shift toward real-world commercial usage of this technology.<\/p>\n
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The technology utilizes an optical fiber composed of \u00a019 nuclei\u00a0 within a cable maintaining a standard coating diameter of \u00a00.125 millimeters\u00a0, the same as current fibers. Instead of relying on a single light beam, this innovative fiber can transport \u00a019 parallel signals\u00a0 by leveraging both the \u00a0C\u00a0 and \u00a0L bands\u00a0 of the optical spectrum. Sumitomo Electric optimized the structure and arrangement of the nuclei to minimize transmission losses, while NICT developed advanced amplifiers capable of enhancing signals from all nuclei simultaneously.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n To put the magnitude of this achievement into perspective: \u00a01 Petabit\u00a0 equals \u00a01,000 terabits\u00a0 or \u00a01 million gigabits\u00a0 per second. When compared to the average broadband speed in countries like Spain, which generally lingers around \u00a0250 Mbps\u00a0, this record speed is nearly \u00a04 million times\u00a0 faster. This theoretical capacity could facilitate the simultaneous transmission of \u00a010 million 8K video channels\u00a0 or even allow downloading the entire Netflix library in mere seconds.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This record establishes a new benchmark in terms of “capacity-duty,” quantified at \u00a01.86 exabits per second-kilometer\u00a0 using standard diameter fiber. This breakthrough implies that future network infrastructures could exponentially enhance their capacity without necessitating alterations to existing physical frameworks. Notably, intercontinental \u00a0submarine cables\u00a0, which currently link Europe to America, could leverage this technology. However, as distances surpass \u00a05,000 kilometers\u00a0, the achievable speeds may decrease, although they would still remain impressive.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n While these advancements may not immediately translate to improved domestic connections, they certainly whet the appetite for the future of long-distance communications. The research team is currently focused on further enhancing the efficiency of amplifiers and signal processing to facilitate the technology’s real-world implementation. Given the ever-increasing global internet traffic, it is promising to consider that the optical fiber and cable designs we currently utilize are still adaptable for future evolution in this field.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n In conclusion, Japan’s remarkable achievement in fiber optic data transmission not only sets a new record but also opens doors to a future where high-speed connectivity becomes increasingly accessible. As technology continues to evolve, the possibilities of enhanced digital communication grow, promising exciting advancements for both commercial and personal use.<\/p>\n Cover image | Kirill Sh<\/a><\/p>\n In Xataka | Mobile’s internet is going wrong: what can you do when you don’t have a connection<\/p>\n![\"Japan\"](\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Japan-has-once-again-shattered-the-data-transmission-record-achieving.jpeg\"\/)
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Dimensional Achievement<\/h2>\n
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Path to Commercialization<\/h2>\n