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Explain the sources of loss at a fiber joint.

Mumbai University > Electronics and telecommunication > Sem 7 > optical communication and networks

Marks: 10

Years: MAY 2016

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Loss Mechanisms at Joints:

Fresnel Reflection

i. Optical Loss encountered at the interfaces even when two fiber ends are smooth, perpendicular to fiber axes and perfectly aligned.

ii. A small proportion of light may be reflected back into transmitting fiber causing attenuation at the joint.

iii. Light that is …

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