Book description
This book provides a fundamental understanding of the design, operation, and practical applications of fiber optic sensing systems. It describes the physical principles of, and latest developments in, optical fiber sensors, supplying detailed examples of various technologies in use. Chapters address state-of-the-art topics and emerging areas of research including photonic crystal fiber sensors, micro- and nanofiber sensing, and liquid crystal photonics. The text draws upon the extensive academic and industrial experience of its contributing authors to deliver a comprehensive introduction with a strong practical focus.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents
- Preface
- Editors
- Contributors
- Chapter 1: Introduction to Optical Fiber Sensors
- Chapter 2: Optical Fiber Sensing Solutions: From Macro- to Micro-/Nanoscale
- Chapter 3: Interferometric Fiber-Optic Sensors
- Chapter 4: Polymer Optical Fiber Sensors
- Chapter 5: Surface Plasmon Resonance Fiber-Optic Sensors
- Chapter 6: Photonic-Crystal Fibers for Sensing Applications
- Chapter 7: Liquid Crystal Optical Fibers for Sensing Applications
- Chapter 8: Optical Microfiber Physical Sensors
- Chapter 9: Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors and Interrogation Systems
- Chapter 10: Polymer Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors and Their Applications
- Chapter 11: Acousto-Optic Effect and Its Application in Optical Fibers
- Chapter 12: Distributed Fiber-Optic Sensors and Their Applications
- Chapter 13: Fiber Laser–Based Sensing Technologies
- Chapter 14: Active Core Optical Fiber Chemical Sensors and Applications
- Chapter 15: Optical Fiber Humidity Sensors
- Chapter 16: Medical Applications of Fiber-Optic Sensors
- Chapter 17: Optical Fiber Sensors for Smart Composite Materials and Structures
- Chapter 18: Future Perspectives for Fiber-Optic Sensing
- Index
Product information
- Title: Optical Fiber Sensors
- Author(s):
- Release date: December 2017
- Publisher(s): CRC Press
- ISBN: 9781351831246
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