Abstract: The disclosed systems and methods utilize an advanced linearized trans-impedance amplifier (ATIA) that allows for the recovery and amplification of low amplitude analog and digital signals. This disclosure further describes unique approaches of addressing issues inherent in the transmission and reception of small amplitude multi-carrier signals used for distribution of voice, video, and data communications over both fiber optic cables and free space transmitters.

Abstract: A mirror heater assembly that eliminates the adhesive layer used for attaching the heater to the back plate includes, in one embodiment, a back plate having one or more slots formed or cut into the back plate. The slots further define one or more protrusions. The heater may include one or more slits cut into the heater. The slits may receive the protrusions and the protrusions will hold the heater onto the back plate. Other non-adhesive techniques of the mirror heater assembly of the invention that may be used to attach the heater to the back plate may include, by way of illustration, heat staking, fasteners, pins, posts, insert molding, and ultrasonic welding. The other side of the heater may be adhesively applied to the mirror through the use of a double-sided adhesive layer that on one side is applied over the heater and on the other side is applied to the mirror.

Abstract: The disclosed systems and methods utilize an advanced linearized trans-impedance amplifier (ATIA) that allows for the recovery and amplification of low amplitude analog and digital signals.