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What is the formula to calculate the coupling efficiency of fiber to fiber joints?
What is the formula to calculate the coupling efficiency of fiber to fiber joints?
Coupling efficiency η = Power emitted from the source / Power coupled into the fiber
What type of losses are associated with mechanical misalignment in fiber optic joints?
What type of losses are associated with mechanical misalignment in fiber optic joints?
Longitudinal offset effect
Describe the fusion splicing process in fiber optics.
Describe the fusion splicing process in fiber optics.
Fusion splicing involves aligning the fiber ends, firing an electric arc to melt them, and testing for dB loss and tensile strength.
What role does the protective tube play in fiber optic splices?
What role does the protective tube play in fiber optic splices?
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How does the fusion splicer ensure the quality of the splice?
How does the fusion splicer ensure the quality of the splice?
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