Fiber Optics through Experiments

This book describes in detail a number of experiments to characterize an optical fibre for applications in telecommunication and sensor systems. Several simple-to-do experiments in a laboratory using both single-mode and multimode fibres have been described; hints and suggestions are given to further these experiments. Some relatively involved experiments, which can form mini-projects for students, are also described in detail. The essential theory relevant to each experiment has been briefly presented, and an attempt has been made to bring out the physics behind the experiment. For the benefit of beginners in fibre optics, a review of the basic theory is presented in the first part of the book which would also serve as ready reference material for those who are familiar with the subject.