Title :
Explanation of launch condition choice for GRIN multimode fiber attenuation and bandwidth measurements
Author :
Hackert, Michael J.
Author_Institution :
Corning Inc., NJ, USA
fDate :
2/1/1992 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
In order to predict the attenuation and bandwidth of a graded index (GRIN) multimode fiber system accurately, the fiber composing the system is best characterized by a restricted launch attenuation measurement and an over-filled-launch (OFL) bandwidth measurement of the fibers. The rationale for these launches is provided in terms of the power evolution in the fiber and its impact on system performance, and the basic physics of GRIN multimode fiber. Experimental results are shown that demonstrate the results
Keywords :
gradient index optics; optical fibres; optical loss measurement; optical testing; GRIN multimode fiber attenuation; bandwidth measurements; basic physics; graded index; launch condition choice; optical losses; over-filled-launch; power evolution; restricted launch attenuation measurement; system performance; Attenuation measurement; Bandwidth; IEC; Optical fiber cables; Optical fiber testing; Optical propagation; Power distribution; Power measurement; Steady-state; System performance;
Journal_Title :
Lightwave Technology, Journal of
