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Long distance high power optical laser fiber break detection and continuity monitoring systems and methods

Patent ·
OSTI ID:1239814
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A monitoring and detection system for use on high power laser systems, long distance high power laser systems and tools for performing high power laser operations. In particular, the monitoring and detection systems provide break detection and continuity protection for performing high power laser operations on, and in, remote and difficult to access locations.
Research Organization:
FORO ENERGY, INC., Houston, TX (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AR0000044
Assignee:
FORO ENERGY, INC. (Houston, TX)
Patent Number(s):
9,267,330
Application Number:
13/403,723
OSTI ID:
1239814
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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