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Understanding fiber optics / Jeff Hecht.

By: Hecht, Jeff.
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookSeries: Sams understanding series.Publisher: Indianapolis, Ind. : H.W. Sams, c1987Description: v, 450 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm.ISBN: 0672270668 .Subject(s): Fiber opticsDDC classification: 621.3692
Contents:
Introduction to fiber optics -- Fundamentals of fiber optics -- Applications of fiber optics -- Types of fibers -- Cabling -- Transmitters -- Receivers -- Connectors -- Splicing -- Couplers -- Tools and accessories -- Integrated optics -- Measurements -- System design considerations -- Long-distance telecommunication applications -- Short-haul and subscriber telecommunications -- Video transmission -- Computers and local-area networks -- Auto, aircraft and military communications -- Non-communication fiber optics.
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Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode Item holds
General Lending MTU Bishopstown Library Lending 621.3692 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 00027587
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

This book is thorough, up to date, and provides comprehensive and intuitive introduction to fiber optics. With mathematics limited to basic algebra, the book takes a practical approach to understanding fiber optics. It thoroughly describes important concepts for the novice, building up an understanding of optical fibers, their properties, light sources and detectors, and fiber-optic components and their application in fiber-optic systems. It covers the basics of fiber-optic measurement and troubleshooting. Ideal for technicians, entry-level engineers, and other nonspecialists.

Includes index.

Introduction to fiber optics -- Fundamentals of fiber optics -- Applications of fiber optics -- Types of fibers -- Cabling -- Transmitters -- Receivers -- Connectors -- Splicing -- Couplers -- Tools and accessories -- Integrated optics -- Measurements -- System design considerations -- Long-distance telecommunication applications -- Short-haul and subscriber telecommunications -- Video transmission -- Computers and local-area networks -- Auto, aircraft and military communications -- Non-communication fiber optics.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • 1 Introduction to Fiber Optics
  • 2 Fundamentals of Fiber-Optic Components
  • 3 Fundamentals of Communications
  • 4 Types of Optical Fibers
  • 5 Properties of Optical Fibers
  • 6 Fiber Materials and Manufacture
  • 7 Special-Purpose Fibers
  • 8 Cabling
  • 9 Light Sources
  • 10 Transmitters
  • 11 Receivers
  • 12 Repeaters, Regenerators, and Optical Amplifiers
  • 13 Connectors and Splices
  • 14 Couplers and Other Passive Components
  • 15 Wavelength-Division Multiplexing Optics
  • 16 Optical Switches, Modulators, and Other Active Components
  • 17 Fiber-Optical Measurements
  • 18 Troubleshooting and Test Equipment
  • 19 System and Optical Networking Concepts
  • 20 Fiber System Standards
  • 21 Single-Channel System Design
  • 22 Optical Networking System Design
  • 23 Global Telecommunications Applications
  • 24 Regional and Metro Telecommunications
  • 25 Local Telephone or Access Networks
  • 26 Computers and Local-Area Networks
  • 27 Video Transmission
  • 28 Mobile Fiber Optic Communications
  • 29 Fiber-Optic Sensors
  • 30 Imaging and Illuminating Fiber Optics
  • Appendix A Important Constants, Units, Conversion Factors, and Equations
  • Appendix B Decibels and Equivalent Power Ratios
  • Appendix C Standard Time Division Multiplexing Rates
  • Appendix D ITU Frequencies and Wavelengths for L- and C-Bonds
  • Appendix E Laser and Fiber Safety
  • Appendix F Fiber-Optic Resources
  • Glossary

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