Reliable fiber optics for the adverse nuclear environment
Journal Article
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· Optical Engineering; (United States)
- Science and Engineering Associates, Inc., San Diego, CA (US)
This paper reports that optical fiber system applications have progressed beyond massive production for long-haul telecommunications systems, to special systems for military use. The environmental requirements for military systems are extreme. Research efforts have improved the reliability and survivability of fiber optic systems under these adverse conditions. Radiation test results over extreme temperature ranges have verified the optical fibers have been developed to meet the most adverse of conditions. The establishment of proper test procedures and appropriate evaluation techniques will provide reliable fiber optic components for the advent nuclear environment.
- OSTI ID:
- 7029383
- Journal Information:
- Optical Engineering; (United States), Journal Name: Optical Engineering; (United States) Vol. 30:6; ISSN 0091-3286; ISSN OPEGA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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46 INSTRUMENTATION RELATED TO NUCLEAR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
47 OTHER INSTRUMENTATION
ENVIRONMENT
FIBER OPTICS
NUCLEAR WEAPONS
RADIATION EFFECTS
RELIABILITY
RESEARCH PROGRAMS
USES
WEAPONS
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46 INSTRUMENTATION RELATED TO NUCLEAR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
47 OTHER INSTRUMENTATION
ENVIRONMENT
FIBER OPTICS
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RADIATION EFFECTS
RELIABILITY
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USES
WEAPONS