Optical fibers new developments (Nova Publishers, 2013)
Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index
This book is a collection of contributions by renowned scientists in the optical fiber technology field, covering a wide range of recent progress pertaining to various topics such as special optical fibers, non-linear effects in optical fiber, components and devices for communication systems as well as optical fiber sensors. Inevitably, many aspects are omitted but each chapter is a representative example of the latest trends and results in a rapidly evolving research scenario. This collection is enriched by a few expert commentaries on selected topics, highlighting recent innovative developme