MAPPING THE KNOWLEDGE LANDSCAPE OF SUBMARINE CABLE INFRASTRUCTURE: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS
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https://doi.org/10.35631/IJIREV.824006Keywords:
Cable Technology, Fiber, Fibre Submarine, Submarine CablesAbstract
Submarine cable infrastructure is crucial for global telecommunications, supporting international data transfer and internet connectivity. As the demand for high-capacity and resilient networks grows, the need for a comprehensive understanding of research trends and developments in this field becomes more important. However, a systematic review of the academic literature on submarine cable infrastructure remains scarce. This bibliometric review aims to address this gap by analyzing the evolution of research on submarine cables and their technological, economic, and regulatory aspects. Data was collected from Scopus using advanced search queries with the keywords “submarine,” “cables,” “fiber,” and “fibre,” yielding a final dataset of 1,989 documents. Statistical analysis and graph generation were conducted using Scopus Analyzer, while OpenRefine was utilized for data cleaning and harmonization. VOSviewer was then employed for data visualization to identify key research clusters, co-authorship patterns, and emerging trends. The analysis reveals a significant increase in research output over the past decade, with notable contributions from leading countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and China. Key thematic areas include advances in cable technology, network resilience, and the economic and regulatory challenges of deploying submarine cables. This bibliometric review offers valuable insights into the structure and dynamics of the field, highlighting key areas for future research and offering a foundational reference for stakeholders in the submarine cable industry.
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