Fiber optic sensing Introduction

Unlike typical transmission which uses electricity, fiber optic sensing systems use infrared light. Large amounts of data can easily be transferred through fiber optics through pulsing lights. Fiber optic sensors are very versatile and can be used to measure or sense many different things including pressure, temperature, vibrations, and displacement to name a few. In addition to their versatility, optical sensors are also able to transmit data over long distances.

Optical sensors are comprised of transducers, a communication channel, and subsystem (for processing, creating, or modifying the signal). These systems are frequently based on the Bragg wavelength, which is the wavelength that allows for the most reflectivity possible.

August 16, 2011

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