Point2 Technology has made incredible breakthroughs in data transmission. They recently launched e-Tube cables that are equally poised to change the game for efficiency tech in data centers. The company’s core technology operates at only one-third the energy usage of legacy optical systems. It is one-third cheaper than optical technology. Point2 Technology’s wireless data transmission has a latency of one thousandth of optical counterparts. This further and best of class approach positions the company as the unequivocal leading alternative in the industry.
Each of the e-Tube cables contains 8 additional e-Tube fibers. Each fiber has the capacity to carry more than 200 gigabits of data every second! Later this year, we will produce these unique high-capacity cables. All of them will boast a phenomenal 1.6 terabits per second throughput, made possible by eight of the new, ultra-thin polymer waveguides. David Kuo is the Vice President of Product Marketing and Business Development at Point2 Technology. He focuses on the ways that these innovations are making dramatic changes in the data center industry.
A Game-Changing Approach to Data Transmission
Point2 Technology’s e-Tube cables use a single silicon chip to convert incoming digital data into modulated millimeter-wave frequencies. This new patented concept of his allows for very small cables. One copy even measures only 8.1 millimeters across! In spite of their reduced size, the e-Tube cables have up to 20 times the length capability of traditional 32-gauge copper cables.
Kuo stated that “electronics have been demonstrated to be inherently more reliable than optics,” highlighting the advantages of their technology over traditional methods. The e-Tube cables are perfect for runs of 10 to 20 meters. This improved capability is orders of magnitude better than current solutions at almost negligible cost.
“Customers love fiber. But what they hate is the photonics.” – Dave Welch
Backing from the Cable and Connector Ecosystem
Point2 Technology has gained backing from champions across the cable-and-connector ecosystem. This support is essential for ensuring their innovations are successfully implemented. This support flushes out the young company’s credibility. It helps accelerate the development and deployment of their e-Tube passenger experience technology.
Point2 Technology works with traditional industry players. That puts the company in a strong position to capitalise on opportunities in an increasingly fast-moving market which rewards agility and pace. The need for increased data speeds through 5G is at an all time high. Kuo and his team are prepared to meet this challenge with their innovative, cutting edge solutions.
“You start with passive copper, and you do everything you can to run in passive copper as long as you can.” – Don Barnetson
All of these organizations are on shaky ground at the moment. They’re just getting started—actively looking to replace their legacy copper and optical technologies with more efficient alternatives such as Point2’s e-Tubes.
The Future of Data Centers
Point2 Technology’s innovations arrive at a pivotal moment, as data centers around the world are increasingly pursuing higher levels of efficiency and capacity. For high-resolution video, quick, easy and reliable transfer of large amounts of data is essential. As our capacity to produce data keeps increasing exponentially, this competency will be critical.
Kuo’s response was to reiterate that their new waveguide technology is specifically tailored for best performance in the data center. This 20-meter reach capability is especially beneficial to scale operations up or down without running into notable signal degradation, which can greatly affect functionality.
“This happens to be a beautiful distance for scale-up in data centers.” – Dave Welch
As Point2 Technology gets ready for its next manufacturing stage, the industry is watching with great anticipation. Adopting new paradigms of more efficient data transmission has the potential to revolutionize industry, healthcare, transportation, and public safety. With these shifts, companies will have to reassess their infrastructure and connectivity priorities.
