reviewSensorsOct 5, 2022GOLD OA

Optical Fiber Sensors and Sensing Networks: Overview of the Main Principles and Applications

CPCristiano PendãoISIvo Silva

University of Minho

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Abstract

Optical fiber sensors present several advantages in relation to other types of sensors. These advantages are essentially related to the optical fiber properties, i.e., small, lightweight, resistant to high temperatures and pressure, electromagnetically passive, among others. Sensing is achieved by exploring the properties of light to obtain measurements of parameters, such as temperature, strain, or angular velocity. In addition, optical fiber sensors can be used to form an Optical Fiber Sensing Network (OFSN) allowing manufacturers to create versatile monitoring solutions with several applications, e.g., periodic monitoring along extensive distances (kilometers), in extreme or hazardous environments, inside…

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  • Optical fiber
  • Computer science
  • Fiber optic sensor
  • Optical sensing
  • Wireless sensor network
  • Structural health monitoring
  • Electronic engineering
  • Telecommunications
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