Optical Fibers and RF: A natural combination [Hardcover]

The optical fiber industry has experienced a period of consolidation and reorganization and is now poised for a new surge in growth. To take advantage of that growth, and to respond to the demand to use fiber more efficiently, designers need a better understanding of fiber optics. Taking the approach that optical fibers are an extension of RF-based communications, the author explains basic optical concepts, applications, and systems; the nature and performance characteristics of optical fibers; and optical sources, connectors and splices. Subsequent chapters explore current applications of fiber optic technology. Appropriate for use as a college text, this is an accessible and thorough treatment of fiber optics, without an intimidating amount of mathematical derivations.

Taking the approach that optical fibers are an extension of RF-based communications, the author explains basic optical concepts, applications, and systems; the nature and performance characteristics of optical fibers; and optical sources, connectors and splices.

• Chapter 1: From RF to Optical Fibers
• Chapter 2: Optical Fiber Characteristics
• Chapter 3: Optical Fiber Performance
• Chapter 4: Optical Sources for Fibers
• Chapter 5: Optical Detectors and Receivers
• Chapter 6: Optical Components
• Chapter 7: Optical Fiber Systems
• Chapter 8: Future Directions-Telecommunications
• Appendix: Review Problems