Method and apparatus for electrically reducing coherence/polariz

Details Method and apparatus for electrically reducing coherence/polariz Method and apparatus for electrically reducing coherence/polariz

1997-06-05

2000-09-19

Kim, Robert

Optics: measuring and testing

For optical fiber or waveguide inspection

G01N 2100

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061220434

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus (OTDR) for accurately locating and measuring the optical parameters and characteristics of fiberoptic cables which reduces the adverse effects of coherence noise without effecting the stability and repeatability of the acquired locating and measuring information.

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