Dharamshala.co & Vayudoot Internet Services Conduct Technical Session on Fibre Optics
Dharamshala.co, in collaboration with Vayudoot Internet Services, hosted an educational technical session for 35 students from Government Senior Secondary Girls School, Nagrota Bagwan. The session focused on the core concepts of fibre and copper communication systems, giving students practical industry exposure.
Fundamentals of Fibre Optics
Fibre optic cables are the backbone of modern high-speed internet. Students were introduced to:
- How fibre transmits data using light signals
- Structure of fibre cable (Core, Cladding, Coating)
- Why fibre offers high speed and low signal loss
- How fibre supports long-distance communication
They learned that fibre optics provide faster, more reliable connectivity compared to traditional systems.
Types of Fibre
The session covered the main types of fibre:
- Single Mode Fibre (SMF) – Used for long-distance communication
- Multi Mode Fibre (MMF) – Used for shorter distances and local networks
Students understood where each type is used and why network providers choose different fibres depending on the requirement.
Fundamentals of Copper Cables
Before fibre optics, copper cables were widely used for communication. The session explained:
- How copper transmits data using electrical signals
- Types like twisted pair and coaxial cables
- Limitations such as signal loss over long distances
- Why copper is still used in certain networks
This comparison helped students understand the evolution of internet infrastructure.
How to Manage Fibre & Copper Networks
An important part of the session focused on network management:
- Proper cable routing and labeling
- Avoiding bending and physical damage
- Maintaining cleanliness in fibre connections
- Regular inspection and testing
Students learned that network performance depends not only on installation but also on proper maintenance and management.
What is Splicing?
Splicing is the process of joining two fibre optic cables together to ensure continuous data transmission. It is a critical part of fibre network installation and repair.
Types of Splicing
- Fusion Splicing
- Uses heat to permanently join fibre ends
- Provides very low signal loss
- Commonly used in telecom networks
- Mechanical Splicing
- Joins fibres using mechanical alignment
- Faster but slightly higher signal loss
- Used for temporary or quick repairs
Students were shown how splicing ensures seamless internet connectivity and why precision is important in this process.
This session successfully combined theory with practical understanding, empowering young minds with real-world technical knowledge and career awareness in the telecom industry.