Title :
Recent developments in hermetically coated optical fiber
Author :
Lu, K.E. ; Glaesemann, G.S. ; VanDewoestine, R.V. ; Kar, G.
Author_Institution :
Corning Glass Works, NY, USA
fDate :
2/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Recent progress on the development of hermetically coated optical fiber is presented. This fiber provides improved fatigue resistance; high usable strength; and excellent resistance to hydrogen permeation, 25-90°C water, and corrosive chemicals such as hydrofluoric acid and boiling sodium hydroxide. These attributes make the hermetically coated fiber an excellent candidate for use in undersea cables and other special applications where a harsh environment prevails
Keywords :
corrosion protective coatings; mechanical strength; optical communication equipment; optical fibres; 25 to 90 degC; H2 permeation; HF; NaOH; fatigue resistance; hermetically coated optical fiber; strength; undersea cables; water; Chemicals; Coatings; Fatigue; Glass; Hermetic seals; Hydrogen; Moisture; Optical fiber cables; Optical fibers; Temperature; Tensile stress;
Journal_Title :
Lightwave Technology, Journal of
