Optics11’s Role in Strengthening Dutch Defense Capabilities through the Orka Program
The Dutch defense industry is set to receive a substantial boost with the recent signing of the Industrial Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between The Netherlands and Naval Group. This agreement lays the foundation for a partnership that will not only modernize the Dutch submarine fleet but also foster long-term collaboration between Dutch high-tech companies and Naval […]
PD Monitoring in Cable Terminations: field test
Partial discharge (PD) monitoring in a high-voltage operating substation is often associated with plenty of restrictions and hesitation. One might think there is more hassle than benefit. OptiFender proves otherwise. In a recent field test conducted at a 400kV substation in Denmark, OptiFender was deployed to monitor and localize PD in gas-filled cable terminations. Here […]
Fiber Optics and Maritime Security: Insights from Mark Jacobs
In an era of escalating threats, the development of new detection technologies is crucial for safeguarding critical infrastructure. Mark Jacobs, CCO of Optics11, highlights our company’s advancements and collaboration with the military to ensure maritime security in the North Sea. Recently he gave an interview to “Follow the Money” magazine. Fiber optic sensing technology is […]
Monitoring Europe’s Seabed: How Optics11 Empowers Maritime Security
New technologies at the forefront of protecting Europe’s seabed and underwater Navy Tech 2024 that took place in Tallinn, Estonia, through 30th January – 1st February, 2024 brought together experts from different fields. They discussed problems and solutions for the maritime security and what modern solutions can bring to the table. Naval forces around the […]
Pioneering Success for the Optics11 Defense team at Blue Accelerator.
At Optics11, we’re not just about innovative technology; we’re about the brilliant minds that make our advancements possible. Today, we’re celebrating the exceptional team responsible for one of our most significant achievements to date: the successful deployment and testing of our OptiBarrier system at the prestigious Blue Accelerator platform. Kudos to Martijn Roubus, Ekrem Sahin, […]
Netherlands Naval Forces Conduct Groundbreaking Trial of Optics11’s OptiArray for Enhanced Submarine Surveillance
This is a translation from Dutch, based on the original post from the Dutch Ministry of Defense Blog. Navy tests underwater eavesdropping system with submarine Better ears underwater thanks to optical fiber technology Optics11 – Defense and the Dutch company Optics11 have tested the brand new sound system OptiArray. This can detect, recognize and track […]
CapTech Maritime and OPTICS11: Pioneering the Future of Naval Defense with Next-Gen Fiber Optic Sensing Technology
In a world where the maritime domain is increasingly contested and the challenges of underwater surveillance and defense are ever-evolving, innovative solutions are critical. This is where OPTICS11, a leader in fiber optic sensing technology, is making waves. We delve into the objectives and activities of the CapTech Maritime and how OPTICS11’s technologies like OptiArray […]
Optics11 and the Critical Entities Resilience Group (CERG): A Partnership for Enhanced Infrastructure Resilience
Introduction In the context of the EU’s Directive on the Resilience of Critical Entities and the formation of the Critical Entities Resilience Group (CERG), the role of innovative technology companies like Optics11 becomes increasingly crucial. Optics11, with its expertise in fiber optic sensing systems, is uniquely positioned to support CERG’s mission in enhancing the resilience […]
Celebrating Optics11’s Winning Contribution to the EDF-funded SCUALE and CASSATA Projects
We are excited to announce our participation in the SCUALE and CASSATA projects, funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF). These innovative programs aim to revolutionize the defense technology and equipment landscape, bolstering research and development efforts while fostering innovative breakthroughs. Here’s an insight into our involvement in these projects and how we’re contributing towards […]
How OPTICS11’s OTADES Transforms the Capabilities of XLUUVs
In today’s challenging underwater landscapes, the need for advanced sensing technologies that meet the demands of Extra Large Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (XLUUVs) has never been greater. In response to this, OPTICS11 has developed a revolutionary solution that stands at the intersection of innovative optical fiber technology and rigorous engineering: the Optical Thin Array Detection System […]