Optical fiber networks for remote fiber optic sensors

This paper presents an overview of optical fiber sensor networks for remote sensing. Firstly, the state of the art of remote fiber sensor systems has been considered. We have summarized the great evolution of these systems in recent years; this progress confirms that fiber-optic remote sensing is a...

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Published in:Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) Switzerland), 2012-04, Vol.12 (4), p.3929-3951
Main Authors: Fernandez-Vallejo, Montserrat, Lopez-Amo, Manuel
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Design engineering
Evolution
fiber Bragg Gratings (FBGs)
Fiber optics
fiber-optic sensor multiplexing
Networks
Optical fibers
Raman amplification
Remote sensing
Remote sensors
Review
Sensors
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Summary:This paper presents an overview of optical fiber sensor networks for remote sensing. Firstly, the state of the art of remote fiber sensor systems has been considered. We have summarized the great evolution of these systems in recent years; this progress confirms that fiber-optic remote sensing is a promising technology with a wide field of practical applications. Afterwards, the most representative remote fiber-optic sensor systems are briefly explained, discussing their schemes, challenges, pros and cons. Finally, a synopsis of the main factors to take into consideration in the design of a remote sensor system is gathered.
ISSN:1424-8220
1424-8220
DOI:10.3390/s120403929