Polymer Optical Fibre in Communications and Environmental Monitoring

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Date
2010-12
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URSI Nigeria
Abstract
This paper focuses on niche applications of polymer optical fibre (POF) in modern communication systems and other related areas. The electromagnetic isolation of POF and its relatively high sensitivity compared to conventional sensors has earned it a centre stage in sensing technology. The ability to detect and measure physical parameters such as temperature, humidity and wind speed makes POF suitable for real-time monitoring of environmental and climatic conditions. Other attractive features of POF include a lower cost compared with glass optical fibres, better fracture resistance and flexibility.
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Polymer optical fibre, POF sensors, Communications, Environmental monitoring
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1. Dairo, O.F. and Soge, A.O. (2010) “Polymer Optical Fibre in Communication and Environmental Monitoring,” The Nigerian Union of Radio Science (NURS) 2010, Federal University of Technology, Akure.