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Characteristics of Fibers
Dispersion smaller core dia– less path length
Model dispersion G.I – instead of S.I
S.M
Bandwidth Dispersion
Attenuation
Micro bend loss,Bend Radius
Increases loss, May break.
Numerical Aperture
MM– NA=0.21, SM– NA=0.11
Fiber Strength:- Greater than Stainless Steel
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APPLICATION OF FIBER OPTICS
Wide band width
Elimination Of Ground Loops
Sensor applications
Image guide applications
Prefered medium for nuclear
Used in defence,railway,power sector,
telecom and data communications