Abstract: A media distribution system for aircraft comprises a processor, an optical encoder/decoder, and an optical backbone. The processor is configured to retrieve digital media from an in-flight media node. The optical encoder/decoder is configured to optically encode the digital media. The optical backbone is configured to carry the encoded digital media between the optical encoder/decoder and a Li-Fi access point at a passenger seat location.

Abstract: A method and system for minimizing loss of critical digital data while such data is being written to a storage medium. The critical digital data is written to a digital storage medium in small blocks or segments. As each segment is transferred to the storage medium, the file allocation table is updated and the file is closed. By segmenting the files into smaller file segments, the amount of critical data lost as a result of a system failure or power loss is reduced. During playback, the file segments are dynamically assembled allowing playback of the digital data in a continuous manner.

Abstract: A method of managing power used by a recording medium is disclosed. The recording medium receives a maximum current value and limits its operation to consume up to the maximum current value during a given storage operation. The recording medium may comprise a storage module coupled to a controller. The controller in the recording medium may receive the maximum current value and limit the operation of the recording medium to the maximum current value.