Fiber Optics Standard Dictionary
By: by Martin H. Weik
Edition: Third Edition.
Publisher: Springer US
Published: 1997
Place of publication: Boston, MA
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 1219
ISBN-13: 9781461377603; 9781461560234
Subjects: Systems engineering; Engineering; Computer engineering
Description: This invaluable reference dictionary covers every facet of fiber optics science and technology, a rapidly expanding area of interest. Coverage includes: the basic sciences related to all aspects of fiber optic signal generation, transmission and reception, including lightwave pulsing, modulation, propagation, dispersion, attenuation, and modal distribution; the full spectrum of life-cycle cradle-to-grave technology of fiber optic light sources, cables, and photodetectors, including design, development, manufacture, installation, operation, and maintenance of fiber optic systems and components; and the application of fiber optic systems to implement multimedia systems, including digital, analog, graphic systems, and their interconnection to wire, coaxial cable, microwave, radio, satellite and video transmission systems.
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