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The invention of the laser spurred significant research at Bell Labs into optical communications, focusing on transmission media, principles, and system components. This survey details the origins and evolution of this important work.

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Area of Science:

Optical communications
Laser technology
Information transmission

Background:

Bell Labs has a long-standing interest in optical communications.
The invention of the laser significantly accelerated research in this field.

Purpose of the Study:

To document the initiation and development of optical communications research at Bell Labs.
To provide references for detailed descriptions of the work.

Main Methods:

Historical review of research efforts.
Compilation of relevant publications.

Main Results:

The laser's advent catalyzed comprehensive studies on optical communication systems.
A foundational body of work was established at Bell Labs.

Conclusions:

The laser was pivotal in advancing optical communications research.
Bell Labs played a key role in the early development of optical communication technologies.