Acoustic desensitization of single-mode fibers utilizing nickel coatings.
The pressure sensitivity of the phase of light propagating in a single-mode fiber coated with a thin nickel jacket is determined both analytically and experimentally. The measured acoustic response of the fiber is found to be 1 order of magnitude lower than that of the bare fiber, in agreement with analytical predictions. The technique thus appears to be a promising way for desensitizing optical-fiber leads for use with fiber-optic sensors.
Lagakos
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Bush
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Cole
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Bucaro
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Skogen
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Hocker
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