Delivering Next-Generation Broadband Internet Access to Australia: Integration of Broadband Optical and Wireless Networks

提供宽带服务是澳大利亚政府的高度优先事项，一系列耗资超过40亿美元的举措就是明证。特别是，光和无线宽带接入的集成将潜在地为客户提供廉价而高效的解决方案。在澳大利亚现有光电子和无线产业实力的基础上，该项目的直接和间接成果可以带来新的商业机会，并将进一步加强不断增长的当地电信行业。还预计，国家和国际合作将产生进一步的研究活动，并显著提高澳大利亚研究能力的现有声誉。

Provision of broadband services is a high priority for the Australian government as evidenced by a range of initiatives costing more than $4 billion. Especially, the integration of optical and wireless broadband access will potentially provide inexpensive and efficient solutions to customers. Building on the strength of existing photonics and wireless industries in Australia, direct and indirect outcomes of this project can lead to new business opportunities and will further strengthen the growing local telecommunication industries. It is also anticipated that national and international collaboration will generate further research activities and significantly enhance the existing reputation of Australian research capabilities.