26 describes characteristics, construction and test methods of optical fibre cables for aerial application (including lashed cables), but does not apply to optical ground wire (OPGW) cables or metal armour self-supporting (MASS) cables. Fiber optic network design refers to the specialized processes leading to a successful installation and operation of a fiber optic network. It includes determining the type of communication system(s) which will be carried over the network, the geographic layout (premises, campus, outside plant. As we approach the half century mark for the dawn of the era of optical communications, it is appropriate to take stock of the journey of discovery and application of this empowering technology. As with most new technologies, the engineering challenges associated with its assimilation into the. Designing a fiber optic network usually also requires interfacing to other networks which may be connected over copper cabling and wireless. Next to consider are requirements for permits, easements, permissions and inspections. Once we get to that stage, we can consider actual component selection. These cables are normally provided with a metal laminate,( aluminum foil or corrugated steel tape), to protect them against moisture. (The cable can also be non-metallic). In general. Fiber optic aerial pole route mainly consists of aerial fiber optic cables, required number of poles, guys, stranded metallic wires, braced poles, and other necessary components that are required for installation.