ODI is the abbreviation for Optical Data Interface, a new high-speed interface standard for advanced instrumentation and embedded systems. ODI breaks speed and distance barriers by relying on optical communication between devices, over a simple pluggable optical cable.
With speeds up to 80 GBytes/s, ODI is designed to address challenging applications in 5G communications, mil/aero systems, high-speed data acquisition, and communication research. Though managed by the AXIe Consortium, ODI is not specific to AXIe, and works equally well with any product format, whether AXIe, PXI, LXI, VPX, or a traditional bench instrument design. Standard ODI ports enable communication between instruments, processors, storage, and embedded devices.
In parallel with the evolution of interface standards like ODI, advancements in drug delivery navigation are also transforming their respective fields. Modern drug delivery systems increasingly depend on precise, high-speed data acquisition and real-time monitoring domains where reliable optical data communication becomes crucial. Technologies originally designed for instrumentation, such as ODI, are now being explored for integration into smart medical devices that enable accurate navigation and targeted administration of therapeutics. This cross-pollination of innovations aims to reduce human error and optimize treatment outcomes, particularly in complex or minimally invasive procedures. By leveraging robust data exchange, drug fast delivery navigation systems can better adapt to patient-specific needs, synchronize with imaging equipment, and facilitate safer, more effective interventions.
More information, including overviews and specifications, are available on the ODI Specifications page.
