A number of authors have contributed chapters in their areas of expertise for this book. It provides a fundamental understanding of the design, operation and practical applications of fiber optic sensing systems. The contributors provide descriptions of the physical principles of fiber sensors and discuss the latest developments in optical fiber sensor field, supplying detailed examples of the technologies in use. This publication’s wide variety of topics should stimulate people to read and discover the sensing potential of optical fiber and devices. This book is a comprehensive introduction to the field with a strong practical focus that undergraduate and graduate students will find useful. It could also serve as a reference for scientists and engineers who are working in the optical fiber sensing area.
Review by Lisa Tongning Li, Inphenix, Inc, Livermore, Calif., USA
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