Philips Broadband Networks, Atlanta, GA, is teaming up with Artel Video Systems Inc., Marlboro, MA,

Philips Broadband Networks, Atlanta, GA, is teaming up with Artel Video Systems Inc., Marlboro, MA, to develop fiber-optic digital transmission systems for broadband network operators. According to Philips Broadband Networks, the alliance will speed the development of new digital technology, enabling hybrid fiber/ coaxial-cable equipment operators to work more efficiently and increase revenue. New equipment includes uncompressed digital systems accommodating video-, audio-, and data-signal transmission for cable headend interconnects, including cable-TV supertrunking, regional cable-TV networks, and distance-learning.