Investigation into Optical Fibers for Canisterized Data Links
Abstract
Advanced single-mode optical fiber designs for canisterized data links for tethered weapons and expendable communication buoys were investigated. Where current telecommunication-grade fibers fall short in terms of packaging and bending loss, the new design shows promise in both these areas. Reduction of both the glass and coating diameters were achieved in addition to improved performance in bending losses. The fiber design and an analytical model to predict its optical performance have both been validated. These fibers demonstrate improved bending-loss performance in the 1.55 micron wavelength band. Glass and coating diameters of 80 and 135 micron, respectively, were achieved. As predicted by the model, tight confinement of the propagating optical mode to the fiber's core greatly reduces the sensitivity to bending losses.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA208398
Entities
People
- N. T. Kanikawa