Is fiber optic communication susceptible to vibration
Abstract – Vibration causes mechanical distortions in fiber-optic transmission lines that induce time (phase) fluctuations. A relatively unexplored area is fiber optic sensing for vibrations in the acoustic, thus, audible spectrum. It has demonstrated immense potential for various applications, including seismology research, traffic vibration detection, structural health inspection, and lifeline engineering. Fiber optic cables are increasingly being used in harsh environments where they are subjected to vibration. The vibration was generated through a flask shaker, generator and heavy duty truck, which aims at.
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