The technology of transmitting light over long distances through strands of glass or other transparent material.
Thin strands of transparent material, usually glass, that are used for transmitting light waves over long distances.
The 2nd cranial nerve which conveys visual information from the RETINA to the brain. The nerve carries the axons of the RETINAL GANGLION CELLS which sort at the OPTIC CHIASM and continue via the OPTIC TRACTS to the brain. The largest projection is to the lateral geniculate nuclei; other targets include the SUPERIOR COLLICULI and the SUPRACHIASMATIC NUCLEI. Though known as the second cranial nerve, it is considered part of the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
Failure in built environment with loss of functional integrity.
Measurement of the index of refraction (the ratio of the velocity of light or other radiation in the first of two media to its velocity in the second as it passes from one into the other).
A specialized field of physics and engineering involved in studying the behavior and properties of light and the technology of analyzing, generating, transmitting, and manipulating ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION in the visible, infrared, and ultraviolet range.
The evaluation of incidents involving the loss of function of a device. These evaluations are used for a variety of purposes such as to determine the failure rates, the causes of failures, costs of failures, and the reliability and maintainability of devices.
Methods of creating machines and devices.
The portion of the optic nerve seen in the fundus with the ophthalmoscope. It is formed by the meeting of all the retinal ganglion cell axons as they enter the optic nerve.
Any device or element which converts an input signal into an output signal of a different form. Examples include the microphone, phonographic pickup, loudspeaker, barometer, photoelectric cell, automobile horn, doorbell, and underwater sound transducer. (McGraw Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 4th ed)
Inflammation of the optic nerve. Commonly associated conditions include autoimmune disorders such as MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, infections, and granulomatous diseases. Clinical features include retro-orbital pain that is aggravated by eye movement, loss of color vision, and contrast sensitivity that may progress to severe visual loss, an afferent pupillary defect (Marcus-Gunn pupil), and in some instances optic disc hyperemia and swelling. Inflammation may occur in the portion of the nerve within the globe (neuropapillitis or anterior optic neuritis) or the portion behind the globe (retrobulbar neuritis or posterior optic neuritis).
Slender processes of NEURONS, including the AXONS and their glial envelopes (MYELIN SHEATH). Nerve fibers conduct nerve impulses to and from the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
Any of a variety of procedures which use biomolecular probes to measure the presence or concentration of biological molecules, biological structures, microorganisms, etc., by translating a biochemical interaction at the probe surface into a quantifiable physical signal.
The X-shaped structure formed by the meeting of the two optic nerves. At the optic chiasm the fibers from the medial part of each retina cross to project to the other side of the brain while the lateral retinal fibers continue on the same side. As a result each half of the brain receives information about the contralateral visual field from both eyes.
Atrophy of the optic disk which may be congenital or acquired. This condition indicates a deficiency in the number of nerve fibers which arise in the RETINA and converge to form the OPTIC DISK; OPTIC NERVE; OPTIC CHIASM; and optic tracts. GLAUCOMA; ISCHEMIA; inflammation, a chronic elevation of intracranial pressure, toxins, optic nerve compression, and inherited conditions (see OPTIC ATROPHIES, HEREDITARY) are relatively common causes of this condition.
The measurement of the amplitude of the components of a complex waveform throughout the frequency range of the waveform. (McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 6th ed)
The statistical reproducibility of measurements (often in a clinical context), including the testing of instrumentation or techniques to obtain reproducible results. The concept includes reproducibility of physiological measurements, which may be used to develop rules to assess probability or prognosis, or response to a stimulus; reproducibility of occurrence of a condition; and reproducibility of experimental results.
The application of scientific knowledge to practical purposes in any field. It includes methods, techniques, and instrumentation.
Injuries to the optic nerve induced by a trauma to the face or head. These may occur with closed or penetrating injuries. Relatively minor compression of the superior aspect of orbit may also result in trauma to the optic nerve. Clinical manifestations may include visual loss, PAPILLEDEMA, and an afferent pupillary defect.
Binary classification measures to assess test results. Sensitivity or recall rate is the proportion of true positives. Specificity is the probability of correctly determining the absence of a condition. (From Last, Dictionary of Epidemiology, 2d ed)

Scanning near-field fluorescence resonance energy transfer microscopy. (1/828)

A new microscopic technique is demonstrated that combines attributes from both near-field scanning optical microscopy (NSOM) and fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET). The method relies on attaching the acceptor dye of a FRET pair to the end of a near-field fiber optic probe. Light exiting the NSOM probe, which is nonresonant with the acceptor dye, excites the donor dye introduced into a sample. As the tip approaches the sample containing the donor dye, energy transfer from the excited donor to the tip-bound acceptor produces a red-shifted fluorescence. By monitoring this red-shifted acceptor emission, a dramatic reduction in the sample volume probed by the uncoated NSOM tip is observed. This technique is demonstrated by imaging the fluorescence from a multilayer film created using the Langmuir-Blodgett (LB) technique. The film consists of L-alpha-dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine (DPPC) monolayers containing the donor dye, fluorescein, separated by a spacer group of three arachidic acid layers. A DPPC monolayer containing the acceptor dye, rhodamine, was also transferred onto an NSOM tip using the LB technique. Using this modified probe, fluorescence images of the multilayer film reveal distinct differences between images collected monitoring either the donor or acceptor emission. The latter results from energy transfer from the sample to the NSOM probe. This method is shown to provide enhanced depth sensitivity in fluorescence measurements, which may be particularly informative in studies on thick specimens such as cells. The technique also provides a mechanism for obtaining high spatial resolution without the need for a metal coating around the NSOM probe and should work equally well with nonwaveguide probes such as atomic force microscopy tips. This may lead to dramatically improved spatial resolution in fluorescence imaging.  (+info)

Disinfection of upper gastrointestinal fibreoptic endoscopy equipment: an evaluation of a cetrimide chlorhexidine solution and glutaraldehyde. (2/828)

There is little information available on the bacteriological contamination of upper gastrointestinal fibreoptic endoscopes during routine use and the effects of 'disinfecting solutions'. A bacteriological evaluation was therefore made of cleaning an endoscope and its ancillary equipment with (1) water, (2) an aqueous solution of 1% cetrimide with 0.1% chlorhexidine, and (3) activated aqueous 2% glutaraldehyde. All equipment, but particularly the endoscope itself, was found to be heavily contaminated after use with a wide variety of organisms of which 53% were Gram positive. Cleaning the endoscope and ancillary equipment with water and the cetrimide/chlorhexidine solution alone or in combination was inadequate to produce disinfection but immersion in glutaraldehyde for two minutes consistently produced sterile cultures with our sampling technique. A rapid and simple method for disinfection of endoscopic equipment is therefore recommended and we think this is especially suitable for busy endoscopy units.  (+info)

Correlating fibreoptic nasotracheal endoscopy performance and psychomotor aptitude. (3/828)

We have investigated the correlation between the scores attained on computerized psychometric tests, measuring psychomotor and information processing aptitudes, and learning fibreoptic endoscopy with the videoendoscope. Sixteen anaesthetic trainees performed two adaptive tracking tasks (ADTRACK 2 and ADTRACK 3) and one information management task (MAZE) from the MICROPAT testing system. They then embarked on a standardized fibreoptic training programme during which they performed 15 supervised fibreoptic nasotracheal intubations on anaesthetized oral surgery patients. There was a significant correlation between the means of the 15 endoscopy times and both ADTRACK 2 (r = -0.599, P = 0.014) and ADTRACK 3 (r = -0.589, P = 0.016) scores. The correlation between the means of the 15 endoscopy times and MAZE scores was not significant. The ratios of the mean endoscopy time for the last seven endoscopies to the mean endoscopy time for the first seven endoscopies were not significantly correlated with ADTRACK 2, ADTRACK 3 or MAZE scores. Psychomotor abilities appeared to be determinants of trainees' initial proficiency in endoscopy, but did not appear to be determinants of trainees' rates of progress during early fibreoptic training.  (+info)

Pharyngeal mucosal pressures, airway sealing pressures, and fiberoptic position with the intubating versus the standard laryngeal mask airway. (4/828)

BACKGROUND: The tube of the intubating laryngeal mask (ILM) is more rigid than the standard laryngeal mask airway (LMA), and the authors have tested the hypothesis that pharyngeal mucosal pressures, airway sealing pressures, and fiberoptic position are different when the two devices are compared. METHODS: Twenty anesthetized, paralyzed adults were randomly allocated to receive either the LMA or ILM for airway management. Microchip sensors were attached to the size 5 LMA or ILM at locations corresponding to the pyriform fossa, hypopharynx, base of tongue, posterior pharynx, and distal and proximal oropharynx. Mucosal pressures, airway sealing pressures, and fiberoptic positioning were recorded during inflation of the cuff from 0 to 40 ml in 10-ml increments. RESULTS: Airway sealing pressures were higher for the ILM (30 vs. 23 cm H2O), but epiglottic downfolding was more common (56% vs. 26%). Pharyngeal mucosal pressures were much higher for the ILM at five of six locations. Mean mucosal pressures in the distal oropharynx for the ILM were always greater than 157 cm H2O, regardless of cuff volume. There was no correlation between mucosal pressures and airway sealing pressures at any location for the LMA, but there was a correlation at three of six locations for the ILM. CONCLUSIONS: The ILM provides a more effective seal than the LMA, but pharyngeal mucosal pressures are higher and always exceed capillary perfusion pressure. The ILM is unsuitable for use as a routine airway and should be removed after its use as an airway intubator.  (+info)

Pacemaker lead extraction with the laser sheath: results of the pacing lead extraction with the excimer sheath (PLEXES) trial. (5/828)

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of pacemaker lead extraction with the excimer sheath in comparison to nonlaser lead extraction. BACKGROUND: Fibrotic attachments that develop between chronically implanted pacemaker leads and to the venous, valvular and cardiac structures are the major obstacles to safe and consistent lead extraction. Locking stylets and telescoping sheaths produce a technically demanding but effective technique of mechanically disrupting the fibrosis. However, ultraviolet excimer laser light dissolves instead of tearing the tissue attachments. METHODS: A randomized trial of lead extraction was conducted in 301 patients with 465 chronically implanted pacemaker leads. The laser group patients had the leads removed with identical tools as the nonlaser group with the exception that the inner telescoping sheath was replaced with the 12-F excimer laser sheath. Success for both groups was defined as complete lead removal with the randomized therapy without complications. RESULTS: Complete lead removal rate was 94% in the laser group and 64% in the nonlaser group (p = 0.001). Failed nonlaser extraction was completed with the laser tools 88% of the time. The mean time to achieve a successful lead extraction was significantly reduced for patients randomized to the laser tools, 10.1 +/- 11.5 min compared with 12.9 +/- 19.2 min for patients randomized to nonlaser techniques (p < 0.04). Potentially life-threatening complications occurred in none of the nonlaser and three of the laser patients, including one death (p = NS). CONCLUSIONS: Laser-assisted pacemaker lead extraction has significant clinical advantages over extraction without laser tools and is associated with significant risks.  (+info)

Primary care physicians' decisions to perform flexible sigmoidoscopy. (6/828)

OBJECTIVE: This study was designed to identify factors that influence primary care physicians' willingness to perform flexible sigmoidoscopy. MEASUREMENTS: Using a mailed questionnaire, we surveyed all 161 primary care physicians participating in a large health care system. We obtained information on training, current practice patterns, beliefs about screening for colorectal cancer, and the influence of various factors on their decision whether or not to perform flexible sigmoidoscopy in practice. MAIN RESULTS: Of the 131 physicians included in the analysis, 68 (52%) reported training in flexible sigmoidoscopy, of whom 36 (53%) were currently performing flexible sigmoidoscopy in practice. Time required to perform flexible sigmoidoscopy, availability of adequately trained staff, and availability of flexible sigmoidoscopy services provided by other clinicians were identified most often as reasons not to perform the procedure in practice. Male physicians were more likely than female physicians to report either performing flexible sigmoidoscopy or desiring to train to perform flexible sigmoidoscopy (odds ratio 2.61; 95% confidence interval 1.10, 6.23). This observed difference appears to be mediated through different weighting of decision criteria by male and female physicians. CONCLUSIONS: Approximately half of these primary care physicians trained in flexible sigmoidoscopy chose not to perform this procedure in practice. Self-perceived inefficiency in performing office-based flexible sigmoidoscopy deterred many of these physicians from providing this service for their patients.  (+info)

Bronchoscopic therapy for mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma of the trachea. (7/828)

The tracheal tumor of a 74-year-old female was detected on bronchoscopy and histologically diagnosed as mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma. We successfully treated the tumor with endoscopic neodyminum-yttruim-aluminium-garnet (Nd-YAG) laser photoresection followed by local ethanol injection. This is the first case in which tracheal MALT lymphoma was successfully treated with bronchoscopy. Bronchoscopic therapy seems to be one of the most valuable strategies for treatment of MALT lymphomas of the central airway.  (+info)

Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus infection in the lung in multicentric Castleman's disease. (8/828)

A 32-year-old female was admitted for evaluation of multiple infiltrates on a chest radiograph. A diagnosis of multicentric Castleman's disease was made on the basis of typical clinical manifestations. Transbronchial lung biopsy (TBLB) revealed histological findings reported in lymphocytic interstitial pneumonia. Both the polymerase chain reaction and in situ hybridization with a probe specific for Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) sequences demonstrated the presence of KSHV in the TBLB sample.  (+info)

Fiber optic technology in the medical context refers to the use of thin, flexible strands of glass or plastic fibers that are designed to transmit light and images along their length. These fibers are used to create bundles, known as fiber optic cables, which can be used for various medical applications such as:

1. Illumination: Fiber optics can be used to deliver light to hard-to-reach areas during surgical procedures or diagnostic examinations.
2. Imaging: Fiber optics can transmit images from inside the body, enabling doctors to visualize internal structures and tissues. This is commonly used in medical imaging techniques such as endoscopy, colonoscopy, and laparoscopy.
3. Sensing: Fiber optic sensors can be used to measure various physiological parameters such as temperature, pressure, and strain within the body. These sensors can provide real-time data during surgical procedures or for monitoring patients' health status.

Fiber optic technology offers several advantages over traditional medical imaging techniques, including high resolution, flexibility, small diameter, and the ability to bend around corners without significant loss of image quality. Additionally, fiber optics are non-magnetic and can be used in MRI environments without causing interference.

Medical Definition of Optical Fibers:

Optical fibers are thin, transparent strands of glass or plastic fiber that are designed to transmit light along their length. In the medical field, optical fibers are used in various applications such as illumination, imaging, and data transmission. For instance, they are used in flexible endoscopes to provide illumination and visualization inside the body during diagnostic or surgical procedures. They are also used in optical communication systems for transmitting information in the form of light signals within medical devices or between medical facilities. The use of optical fibers allows for minimally invasive procedures, improved image quality, and increased data transmission rates.

The optic nerve, also known as the second cranial nerve, is the nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain. It is composed of approximately one million nerve fibers that carry signals related to vision, such as light intensity and color, from the eye's photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) to the visual cortex in the brain. The optic nerve is responsible for carrying this visual information so that it can be processed and interpreted by the brain, allowing us to see and perceive our surroundings. Damage to the optic nerve can result in vision loss or impairment.

I'm happy to help! However, I must clarify that the term "structure collapse" is not typically used in medical definitions. It is more commonly used in fields like engineering and construction to describe the failure or complete breakdown of a building or other structure.

In the context of medical terminology, a similar concept might be referred to as "structural collapse of bodily tissues or organs," which could be defined as the partial or total loss of structural integrity in bodily tissues or organs, leading to their malfunction or failure. This can occur due to various reasons such as trauma, disease, infection, or aging.

Examples of structural collapse in the body include:

* Aortic dissection: a serious condition where the inner layer of the aorta tears, causing blood to flow between the layers and potentially leading to rupture or aneurysm.
* Spinal cord injury: damage to the spinal cord due to trauma, which can result in partial or complete loss of sensory and motor function below the level of injury.
* Osteoporosis: a condition characterized by weak and brittle bones, leading to an increased risk of fractures and structural collapse of the vertebrae in the spine.

Refractometry is a medical laboratory technique used to measure the refractive index of a substance, typically a liquid. The refractive index is the ratio of the speed of light in a vacuum to its speed in the substance being measured. In a clinical setting, refractometry is often used to determine the concentration of total solids in a fluid, such as urine or serum, by measuring the angle at which light passes through the sample. This information can be useful in the diagnosis and monitoring of various medical conditions, including dehydration, kidney disease, and diabetes. Refractometry is also used in the field of optometry to measure the refractive error of the eye, or the amount and type of correction needed to provide clear vision.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Optics and Photonics" is a broad field that encompasses various scientific and engineering disciplines. It doesn't have a specific medical definition, as it's not a term typically used in a medical context.

However, I can provide a general definition:

Optics is the study of light and its interactions with matter. This includes how light is produced, controlled, transmitted, and detected. It involves phenomena such as reflection, refraction, diffraction, and interference.

Photonics, on the other hand, is a branch of optics that deals with the generation, detection, and manipulation of individual photons, the basic units of light. Photonics is often applied to technologies such as lasers, fiber optics, and optical communications.

In a medical context, these fields might be used in various diagnostic and therapeutic applications, such as endoscopes, ophthalmic devices, laser surgery, and imaging technologies like MRI and CT scans. But the terms "Optics" and "Photonics" themselves are not medical conditions or treatments.

Equipment Failure Analysis is a process of identifying the cause of failure in medical equipment or devices. This involves a systematic examination and evaluation of the equipment, its components, and operational history to determine why it failed. The analysis may include physical inspection, chemical testing, and review of maintenance records, as well as assessment of design, manufacturing, and usage factors that may have contributed to the failure.

The goal of Equipment Failure Analysis is to identify the root cause of the failure, so that corrective actions can be taken to prevent similar failures in the future. This is important in medical settings to ensure patient safety and maintain the reliability and effectiveness of medical equipment.

Equipment design, in the medical context, refers to the process of creating and developing medical equipment and devices, such as surgical instruments, diagnostic machines, or assistive technologies. This process involves several stages, including:

1. Identifying user needs and requirements
2. Concept development and brainstorming
3. Prototyping and testing
4. Design for manufacturing and assembly
5. Safety and regulatory compliance
6. Verification and validation
7. Training and support

The goal of equipment design is to create safe, effective, and efficient medical devices that meet the needs of healthcare providers and patients while complying with relevant regulations and standards. The design process typically involves a multidisciplinary team of engineers, clinicians, designers, and researchers who work together to develop innovative solutions that improve patient care and outcomes.

The optic disk, also known as the optic nerve head, is the point where the optic nerve fibers exit the eye and transmit visual information to the brain. It appears as a pale, circular area in the back of the eye, near the center of the retina. The optic disk has no photoreceptor cells (rods and cones), so it is insensitive to light. It is an important structure to observe during eye examinations because changes in its appearance can indicate various ocular diseases or conditions, such as glaucoma, optic neuritis, or papilledema.

A transducer is a device that converts one form of energy into another. In the context of medicine and biology, transducers often refer to devices that convert a physiological parameter (such as blood pressure, temperature, or sound waves) into an electrical signal that can be measured and analyzed. Examples of medical transducers include:

1. Blood pressure transducer: Converts the mechanical force exerted by blood on the walls of an artery into an electrical signal.
2. Temperature transducer: Converts temperature changes into electrical signals.
3. ECG transducer (electrocardiogram): Converts the electrical activity of the heart into a visual representation called an electrocardiogram.
4. Ultrasound transducer: Uses sound waves to create images of internal organs and structures.
5. Piezoelectric transducer: Generates an electric charge when subjected to pressure or vibration, used in various medical devices such as hearing aids, accelerometers, and pressure sensors.

Optic neuritis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation and damage to the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain. This condition can result in various symptoms such as vision loss, pain with eye movement, color vision disturbances, and pupillary abnormalities. Optic neuritis may occur in isolation or be associated with other underlying medical conditions, including multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, and autoimmune disorders. The diagnosis typically involves a comprehensive eye examination, including visual acuity testing, dilated funduscopic examination, and possibly imaging studies like MRI to evaluate the optic nerve and brain. Treatment options may include corticosteroids or other immunomodulatory therapies to reduce inflammation and prevent further damage to the optic nerve.

Nerve fibers are specialized structures that constitute the long, slender processes (axons) of neurons (nerve cells). They are responsible for conducting electrical impulses, known as action potentials, away from the cell body and transmitting them to other neurons or effector organs such as muscles and glands. Nerve fibers are often surrounded by supportive cells called glial cells and are grouped together to form nerve bundles or nerves. These fibers can be myelinated (covered with a fatty insulating sheath called myelin) or unmyelinated, which influences the speed of impulse transmission.

Biosensing techniques refer to the methods and technologies used to detect and measure biological molecules or processes, typically through the use of a physical device or sensor. These techniques often involve the conversion of a biological response into an electrical signal that can be measured and analyzed. Examples of biosensing techniques include electrochemical biosensors, optical biosensors, and piezoelectric biosensors.

Electrochemical biosensors measure the electrical current or potential generated by a biochemical reaction at an electrode surface. This type of biosensor typically consists of a biological recognition element, such as an enzyme or antibody, that is immobilized on the electrode surface and interacts with the target analyte to produce an electrical signal.

Optical biosensors measure changes in light intensity or wavelength that occur when a biochemical reaction takes place. This type of biosensor can be based on various optical principles, such as absorbance, fluorescence, or surface plasmon resonance (SPR).

Piezoelectric biosensors measure changes in mass or frequency that occur when a biomolecule binds to the surface of a piezoelectric crystal. This type of biosensor is based on the principle that piezoelectric materials generate an electrical charge when subjected to mechanical stress, and this charge can be used to detect changes in mass or frequency that are proportional to the amount of biomolecule bound to the surface.

Biosensing techniques have a wide range of applications in fields such as medicine, environmental monitoring, food safety, and biodefense. They can be used to detect and measure a variety of biological molecules, including proteins, nucleic acids, hormones, and small molecules, as well as to monitor biological processes such as cell growth or metabolism.

The optic chiasm is a structure in the brain where the optic nerves from each eye meet and cross. This allows for the integration of visual information from both eyes into the brain's visual cortex, creating a single, combined image of the visual world. The optic chiasm plays an important role in the processing of visual information and helps to facilitate depth perception and other complex visual tasks. Damage to the optic chiasm can result in various visual field deficits, such as bitemporal hemianopsia, where there is a loss of vision in the outer halves (temporal fields) of both eyes' visual fields.

Optic atrophy is a medical term that refers to the degeneration and shrinkage (atrophy) of the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain. This condition can result in various vision abnormalities, including loss of visual acuity, color vision deficiencies, and peripheral vision loss.

Optic atrophy can occur due to a variety of causes, such as:

* Traumatic injuries to the eye or optic nerve
* Glaucoma
* Optic neuritis (inflammation of the optic nerve)
* Ischemic optic neuropathy (reduced blood flow to the optic nerve)
* Compression or swelling of the optic nerve
* Hereditary or congenital conditions affecting the optic nerve
* Toxins and certain medications that can damage the optic nerve.

The diagnosis of optic atrophy typically involves a comprehensive eye examination, including visual acuity testing, refraction assessment, slit-lamp examination, and dilated funduscopic examination to evaluate the health of the optic nerve. In some cases, additional diagnostic tests such as visual field testing, optical coherence tomography (OCT), or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis and determine the underlying cause.

There is no specific treatment for optic atrophy, but addressing the underlying cause can help prevent further damage to the optic nerve. In some cases, vision rehabilitation may be recommended to help patients adapt to their visual impairment.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "spectrum analysis" is not a commonly used medical term. Spectrum analysis is a term that is more frequently used in the fields of physics, mathematics, and engineering to describe the process of breaking down a signal or a wave into its different frequencies and amplitudes, creating a visual representation called a spectrum.

If you have any concerns about a medical issue, I would recommend consulting with a healthcare professional for accurate information and guidance.

Reproducibility of results in a medical context refers to the ability to obtain consistent and comparable findings when a particular experiment or study is repeated, either by the same researcher or by different researchers, following the same experimental protocol. It is an essential principle in scientific research that helps to ensure the validity and reliability of research findings.

In medical research, reproducibility of results is crucial for establishing the effectiveness and safety of new treatments, interventions, or diagnostic tools. It involves conducting well-designed studies with adequate sample sizes, appropriate statistical analyses, and transparent reporting of methods and findings to allow other researchers to replicate the study and confirm or refute the results.

The lack of reproducibility in medical research has become a significant concern in recent years, as several high-profile studies have failed to produce consistent findings when replicated by other researchers. This has led to increased scrutiny of research practices and a call for greater transparency, rigor, and standardization in the conduct and reporting of medical research.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "technology" is a broad term that refers to the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry. It's not something that typically has a medical definition, as it's not a medical term or concept. However, in the context of healthcare, "health technology" is a term used to refer to the application of technology in healthcare, such as medical devices, electronic health records, telemedicine platforms, and other tools that are used to prevent, diagnose, or treat medical conditions.

Optic nerve injuries refer to damages or trauma inflicted on the optic nerve, which is a crucial component of the visual system. The optic nerve transmits visual information from the retina to the brain, enabling us to see. Injuries to the optic nerve can result in various visual impairments, including partial or complete vision loss, decreased visual acuity, changes in color perception, and reduced field of view.

These injuries may occur due to several reasons, such as:

1. Direct trauma to the eye or head
2. Increased pressure inside the eye (glaucoma)
3. Optic neuritis, an inflammation of the optic nerve
4. Ischemia, or insufficient blood supply to the optic nerve
5. Compression from tumors or other space-occupying lesions
6. Intrinsic degenerative conditions affecting the optic nerve
7. Toxic exposure to certain chemicals or medications

Optic nerve injuries are diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination, including visual acuity testing, slit-lamp examination, dilated fundus exam, and additional diagnostic tests like optical coherence tomography (OCT) and visual field testing. Treatment options vary depending on the cause and severity of the injury but may include medications, surgery, or vision rehabilitation.

Sensitivity and specificity are statistical measures used to describe the performance of a diagnostic test or screening tool in identifying true positive and true negative results.

* Sensitivity refers to the proportion of people who have a particular condition (true positives) who are correctly identified by the test. It is also known as the "true positive rate" or "recall." A highly sensitive test will identify most or all of the people with the condition, but may also produce more false positives.
* Specificity refers to the proportion of people who do not have a particular condition (true negatives) who are correctly identified by the test. It is also known as the "true negative rate." A highly specific test will identify most or all of the people without the condition, but may also produce more false negatives.

In medical testing, both sensitivity and specificity are important considerations when evaluating a diagnostic test. High sensitivity is desirable for screening tests that aim to identify as many cases of a condition as possible, while high specificity is desirable for confirmatory tests that aim to rule out the condition in people who do not have it.

It's worth noting that sensitivity and specificity are often influenced by factors such as the prevalence of the condition in the population being tested, the threshold used to define a positive result, and the reliability and validity of the test itself. Therefore, it's important to consider these factors when interpreting the results of a diagnostic test.

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"E-58 Fiber Optic Backbone". Virginia Tech. Retrieved 5 January 2014. eCorridors - Enhancing communities with the speed of light ... Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia, Danville, Virginia, Broadband, All stub articles, Virginia stubs). ... eCorridors Community Broadband Access Map Virginia Tech , Invent the Future eCorridors.info v t e (Articles with short ...
... fiber optic and wireless communication; sensors; computation; electrolysis; electroplating; and mechanical motors and actuators ... Electromagnetism also plays a crucial role in modern technology: electrical energy production, transformation and distribution ... "Theoretical study of Maxwell's equations in nonlinear optics". AIP Conference Proceedings. 2234 (1): 040013. Bibcode:2020AIPC. ... scattering Electromechanics Geophysics Introduction to electromagnetism Magnetostatics Magnetoquasistatic field Optics ...
"Russia's Top 50 Fast-Growing High-Tech Companies". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 2019-05-01. "Optic Fiber Systems Official ... advanced production technologies, new materials, component base development, quantum technologies, digital technologies in the ... NTI Up Great technology contests is a program launched in Russia that helps to overcome technological barriers on NTI markets. ... Company focuses on support of the technology entrepreneurs whose projects address roadmaps and cross-platform technologies of ...
In 2010, EPB was the first company in the United States to offer 1 Gbit/s high-speed internet over a fiber optic network, over ... "Why Chattanooga Has the Fastest Internet in the US". Tech.co. Tech.co. Retrieved 21 September 2021. Morrison, Chloe. "EPB's ... "EPB's fiber optic network generated $2.69 billion in economic benefits in the past decade, study shows". The Chattanooga Times ... In February 2008, the EPB Board of Directors approved a plan to construct a Smart Grid with 100% fiber optic communication ...
"Fiber-optic Ellipsoidal Flextensional Hydrophones"; Journal of Lightwave Technology 1995-2002 (1989); "Parallelization of the ... Massachusetts Institute of Technology School of Science alumni, Harvard University alumni, American mechanical engineers, ...
"A Fiber-Optic Silk Road". The Diplomat. Smolaks, Max (17 April 2012). "BRICS To Cable The Southern Hemisphere". Tech Week ... Your Fibre Optic News. 17 April 2012. Archived from the original on 19 November 2015. Retrieved 19 November 2015. "Brazil- ...
"AT&T's Undersea Fiber-Optic Cable Systems". Sea Technology. Arlington, VA: Compass Publications, Inc. 36 (7): 29-30, 32-34. ... Repeatered Fiber Optic Submarine Systems. IGI Consulting (Report). Boston, MA: IGI Consulting, Inc. 1998. p. 27. Retrieved 14 ... The system, along with the Americas cable, was the first to use the Erbium-doped fiber amplifier (EDFA) as its optical ...
Structural Monitoring with Fiber Optic Technology. San Diego, California, USA: Academic Press. pp. Chapter 7. ISBN 978-0-12- ... For intense beams of light (e.g. laser) traveling in a medium or in a waveguide, such as an optical fiber, the variations in ... Brillouin scattering can also be employed to sense mechanical strain and temperature in optical fibers. Brillouin spectroscopy ... JETP, 15, 109 (1972) CIMIT Center for Integration of Medicine and Innovative Technology Brillouin scattering in the ...
"ViaEuropa wins fiber optic venture tender". Globes. Retrieved 23 June 2013. Schuster, Ruth (15 July 2013). "Tech roundup / Even ... of the fiber optic venture, and IEC will own 40%. The venture is expected to cost about $1.4 billion. In September 2013, it was ... fiber optic communications infrastructure joint venture. Tamares Telecom is one of the four companies in the consortium, headed ... "Technology - Tamares". Tamares. Retrieved 7 October 2015. Takahashi, Dean (14 November 2016). "AImotive demos recognition ...
"Fiber optic sensor technology: an overview". Sensors and Actuators A: Physical. 82 (1-3): 40-61. doi:10.1016/S0924-4247(99) ... "Fibre-optic sensor technologies for humidity and moisture measurement" (PDF). Sensors and Actuators A: Physical. 144 (2): 280- ... She is working with AECOM and Indian Institutes of Technology to enhance the sustainability of cities in India. This research ... Sun studied engineering at the Harbin Institute of Technology. Here she worked in the Department of Precision Instrumentation, ...
Journal of Lightwave Technology. 4 (8): 1228-1231. doi:10.1109/JLT.1986.1074859. "Topic: Mechanical Splices". The Fiber Optic ... The Fiber Optic Association, Inc. Retrieved February 3, 2022. How To Splice Fiber Optic Cable Using Mechanical Splice Kit ... reduces splice loss in all forms of optical fiber splicing. Fusion splicing Optical splice Cleave (fiber) Optical fiber ... A V-groove plate can accommodate multiple fibers simultaneously, holding the individual fibers in separated grooves on the ...
"Fiber-Optic Networks Regain Some Glow". Wall Street Journal. Vuong, Andy (May 26, 2011). "Fiber Networks Regain Black-Gold ... In 2013, Caruso was awarded the Bob Newman Lifetime Achievement Award at the Colorado Technology Association APEX awards. In ... Raice, Shandi (December 10, 2010). "Fiber-Optic Networks Regain Some Glow". Wall Street Journal. Schwartz Ellis, Caron (May 12 ... Raice, Shandi (December 10, 2010). "Fiber-Optic Networks Regain Some Glow". Wall Street Journal. Moore, Moore (July 15, 2012 ...
Optics, Photonics and Laser Technology, 2019 Agrawal, G. P. (2007). Nonlinear fiber optics. Academic press. Chicago. Abdol, A.M ... The researchers say the code could eventually be used in face, fingerprint, and iris recognition systems for high-tech security ... Photonic time stretch technique can be understood by considering the propagation of an optical pulse through a dispersive fiber ... By disregarding the loss and non-linearity in fiber, the non-linear Schrödinger equation governing the optical pulse ...
Institute For Learning Technologies, 2000. Markoff, John (1997-03-03). "Fiber-Optic Technology Draws Record Stock Value". The ... Fiber-Optic Technologies, Cisco Press, Apr 23, 2004. Bruce, Robert V Bell: Alexander Bell and the Conquest of Solitude, Ithaca ... Fiber-optic communication cables are employed to carry electronic data and telephone traffic. Free-space optical communications ... Gallardo, Arturo; Mims III, Forrest M. Fiber-optic Communication Began 130 Years Ago, San Antonio Express-News, June 21, 2010. ...
Markoff, John (March 3, 1997). "Fiber-Optic Technology Draws Record Stock Value". The New York Times. Hirsch, Stacey (February ... It was in 1982 when his career focus changed to fiber optics receivers, wavelength division fiber-optic communication systems, ... Hecht, Jeff (October 2016). "Boom, Bubble, Bust: The Fiber Optic Mania". Optics and Photonics News: 47. Auerweck, Steve (May 17 ... Working at Optelecom from 1983 to 1988, Huber developed optical multiplexed sensors and a multiplexed fiber optic wideband data ...
The Fiber Optic Mania". Optics and Photonics News: Cover story. "Fiber-Optic Technology Draws Record Stock Value". The New York ... As the common basis of all high-capacity fiber communications networks around the world, WDM contributed to growth of the ... Kevin Kimberlin is chairman of Spencer Trask & Co., a technology firm. Kimberlin's career includes work with Jonas Salk, Walter ... Forrester, Tom (1985). The Information Technology Revolution. The MIT Press. p. 142. Mack, Eric. "There are now more gadgets on ...
Markoff, John (3 March 1997). "Fiber-Optic Technology Draws Record Stock Value". The New York Times. "Podcast". Cambridge ... technology Timeline of heat engine technology Timeline of rocket and missile technology Timeline of motor and engine technology ... 1973: The first fiber optic communication systems were developed by Optelecom. 1973: The first commercial graphical user ... Oleson, John Peter (2000): "Water-Lifting", in: Wikander, Örjan: "Handbook of Ancient Water Technology", Technology and Change ...
"Material Agnostic Fiber Optic Web Edge Sensor". Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC: Web Guides, Web Position Sensors and Web Guiding ... The latest systems use digital technology and touch screen operator interfaces to simplify set up. Web guiding systems are used ... Recent developments have introduced to the industry a new sensor technology based on light scattering and spatial filtering ... Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology, 24 (1): 319 (Equipment). ...
In the figure on the right, a route exists between node A and node Q via nodes C, F, K, and L. In the event of a fiber-optic ... Krishna M. Sivalingam; Suresh Subramaniam (2006-01-16). Emerging Optical Network Technologies: Architectures, Protocols and ... When a fiber-optic cut occurs between the output of a DACS equipment and the input of another, each RNC collects alarms from ... This service or traffic transfer process is performed for all the traffic going through the affected fiber optic cable F-K. ...
"Technology; Ciena, Fiber Optic Company, Reports a Loss". The New York Times. May 18, 2001. Retrieved June 20, 2019 - via ... Markoff, John (March 3, 1997). "Fiber-Optic Technology Draws Record Stock Value". The New York Times. Auerweck, Steve (May 17, ... Markoff, John (March 3, 1997). "Fiber-Optic Technology Draws Record Stock Value". The New York Times. Retrieved June 24, 2019. ... who saw the value in applying HydraLite's fiber-optic technology to cable television. Sevin Rosen offered funding immediately, ...
"PM inaugurates Pakistan-China Fiber Optic project". The News. 19 May 2016. Retrieved 19 May 2016. "Cross Border Optical Fiber ... Towards Smart Tech 4.0 in the Built Environment: Applications of Disruptive Digital Technologies in Smart Cities, Construction ... 44 million Pakistan-China Fiber Optic Project, an 820 km long fibre optic wire connecting Pakistan and China, will be ... 44 million 820 kilometer long Pakistan-China Fiber Optic Project, a Cross Border Optical Fiber Cable that will enhance ...
Coherent Technology in Fiber Optic Systems I Editor(s): Virginia A. Ormiston; Frederic Quan ... fiber optic directional coupler (PPFDC) is developed for use in future coherent optical fiber transmission systems or ... Polarization Preserving Fiber-Optic 2X2 Directional Coupler (PPFDC) Author(s): Shigefumi Masuda; Terumi Chikama; Takashi Touge ... Experimental results of a novel polarization preserving fiber-optic gyroscope using a phase modulating PPFDC showed reasonable ...
The same fiber-optic cables we use to get online are being repurposed to detect earthquakes and study the ocean floor. The ... Underwater fiber-optic cables have spotted unknown faults in the ocean floor. By *Charlotte Jeearchive page ... The big idea: The same fiber-optic cables we use to get online are being repurposed to detect earthquakes and study the ocean ... But if theyre to piggyback on existing fiber-optic cables, scientists need to show they can ping laser pulses down them ...
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  • VCSEL devices couple well to multimode fiber. (alison.com)
  • TT Electronics OPF350A and OPF352A fiber optic transmitters are high-performance devices based on an 850-nanometer gallium aluminum arsenide LED and are designed for high optical coupling efficiency into multimode fiber. (allaboutcircuits.com)
  • A pull-proof jacket design surrounds the popular 62.5/125 multimode fiber, immune to electrical interference. (dell.com)
  • Huihong fiber optic adapters have a name for its stability ,they provide reliable solution for fiber connections ,single mode fibre optic adaptors and multimode fiber optic adaptors available on request. (fttacable.com)
  • The A50FBLCLC3 3m 850nm Laser-Optimized Multimode Fiber (LOMMF) Aqua Cord features 50/125 micron fiber for high-speed, high bandwidth data transmissions over 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Channel networks - the perfect solution for fiber cable runs between multiple backbone switches, hubs and routers as well as higher end networking equipment. (cdw.com)
  • Each Duplex 50/125 (OM3) Multimode Fiber Patch Cable is individually tested and certified to be within acceptable optical insertion loss limits for guaranteed compatibility and 100% reliability. (cdw.com)
  • The researchers temporarily turned 20 kilometers of undersea fiber-optic cable into the equivalent of 10,000 seismic stations along the ocean floor. (technologyreview.com)
  • Fiber couplers is the basic components of many fiber-optic setups. (photonics.com)
  • This research effort, spawned in a number of laboratories worldwide, was instrumental in bringing about significant advances in a number of component-related areas, especially in polarization maintaining (PM) fiber, PM fiber couplers, fiber polarizers, and sources. (optica-opn.org)
  • Need additional specifications for FOP-WM-12SM-SC wall mount fiber patch panel enclosure w/ 12 singlemode SC Adapters - Does the patch panel have SC Duplex Couplers? (cableorganizer.com)
  • The same fiber-optic cables we use to get online are being repurposed to detect earthquakes and study the ocean floor. (technologyreview.com)
  • So-called dark fiber cables, ones that are no longer being used by internet firms, could be repurposed to study the sea floor in this way, and look for earthquake danger zones or even likely sources of useful minerals and other resources. (technologyreview.com)
  • But if they're to piggyback on existing fiber-optic cables, scientists need to show they can ping laser pulses down them without disrupting the transfer of data. (technologyreview.com)
  • Munich, March 25, 2002 Several technical requirements must be met until data from computers, TV stations or telephone network providers can be transported via fiber-optic cables to their destinations. (infineon.com)
  • For example, the German technology foundry has developed a special device that can double the transmission capacities of fiber-optic cables. (infineon.com)
  • For example, the fiber-optic cables of Deutsche Telekom consist of up to 400 fibers. (infineon.com)
  • Fiber-optic cables offer significant advantages over the usual copper cables for the transmission of TV or computer data: higher bandwidth, immunity against electromagnetic interference, security and a much higher efficiency. (infineon.com)
  • Fiber-optic cables are also an important cornerstone for the so-called Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN) in large cities. (infineon.com)
  • 408 fiber miles, or the total length if all the fibers in the cables were placed end to end. (verizon.com)
  • MISSOULA, MT-(Marketwired - September 14, 2016) - Cleerline SSFâ„¢ fiber optic cables offer AV integrators unrivaled strength, durability, and efficiency in installation, but now installing it in all projects is even easier with new fiber optic termination kits! (ravepubs.com)
  • Scientists are turning to fiber-optic cables and sensors to monitor sea. (laserfocusworld.com)
  • OFS is a leading manufacturer of optical fibers and cables for demanding sensing applications. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Distributed Strain Sensing (DSS) - In strain sensing, fiber optic cables are engineered and mechanically coupled to structures like dams and pipelines where ground movement can be detected and threatened locations pinpointed. (ofsoptics.com)
  • The Fiber Optic Internet lets you scour online through these cables in either glass or plastic. (comeaucomputing.com)
  • One staggering fact to consider is that the telephone organizations in the USA started using fiber optic cables besides power lines and computer networks. (comeaucomputing.com)
  • But the case with fiber optic cables is different! (comeaucomputing.com)
  • The conventional copper wiring options are heavier than the optical fiber cables. (comeaucomputing.com)
  • Our team develops detailed drawings for the installation of fiber optic cables and creates intricate schematics for the installation of fiber optic components. (gsourcedata.com)
  • Optical fiber sensors developed for measuring pH values usually employ an unclad and unstrained section of the fiber. (tue.nl)
  • This series of practical, concise, and modern guidebooks encompasses all types of fiber optic sensors, including fiber Bragg grating sensors, Fabry-Perot sensors, interferometric sensors, distributed sensors, and biomedical sensors. (routledge.com)
  • Optical Fiber Current and Voltage Sensors is the first book to provide a complete, comprehensive and up to date treatment of the domain of fiber optic and polarimetric sensors, covering fundamental operating principles, characteristics, and construction. (routledge.com)
  • Plastic Optical Fiber Sensors cover the fundamentals and applications of a new class of fiber sensors. (routledge.com)
  • This book explains physical principles, unique benefits, broad categories, implementation aspects, and performance criteria of distributed optical fiber sensors (DOFS). (routledge.com)
  • SCHOTT offers the technology to bond fiber optics to a wide variety of sensors, including CCD/CMOS, as well as OLED displays. (schott.com)
  • Our tapers can also be bonded together in arrays of linear, square or rectangular shapes, while we can also bond our fiber optics to a range of sensors. (schott.com)
  • Fiber-optic sensors are poised to provide information about its wearer's types of movement and how it's impacting their health. (laserfocusworld.com)
  • Fiber optic sensors detect changes in temperature, strain, and other parameters by using the physical properties of light as it travels down an optical fiber. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Advanced optical fibers from OFS, integrated in Distributed Temperature Sensors on power lines, help ensure optimal safety and performance in both medium- and long-distance systems. (ofsoptics.com)
  • One example of such sensors is fiber-optic sensors (FOS). (azooptics.com)
  • Fiber optics were originally primarily trunk cable lines designed to carry signals to larger populated areas. (alison.com)
  • Optical fiber is used by telecommunications companies to transmit telephone signals, Internet communication and cable television signals. (alison.com)
  • Fiber optic sensing uses laser interrogation of fiber optic cable to remotely and instantaneously detect pipeline leaks, vehicle traffic, human traffic, digging activity, seismic activity, unsafe temperatures, loss of structural integrity, and other conditions and activities. (optics.org)
  • Bell Atlantic is installing new fiber-optic cable and associated electronic equipment in the Northumberland County town of Sunbury and its suburbs as part of a $650,000 project to upgrade the local telephone network and provide increased bandwidth to its customers. (verizon.com)
  • Miles of fiber-optic cable in the commonwealth increased by 66 percent from 474,450 in 1995 to 786,106 at the end of 1998. (verizon.com)
  • In one project, Verizon is installing fiber-optic cable and electronic equipment in the rural Penfield area. (verizon.com)
  • In a separate project, Verizon is installing fiber-optic cable and an underground electronic storage facility on the Clearfield campus of Lock Haven University. (verizon.com)
  • Visit Cleerline Technology Group at CEDIA booth #4734 to learn more about these and other revolutionary fiber optic cable products and tools. (ravepubs.com)
  • With SC to ST termination, this high-quality fiber optic patch cable is specifically designed for Ethernet, multimedia, or communication applications. (dell.com)
  • The patents are for a hybrid optical fiber and copper conductor cable assembly (patent No.10-215934) and a modular fiber optic tray (patent No.10-215944). (panduit.com)
  • The first patent describes an innovative connector and cable assembly that house both optical fibers and copper conductors and was invented by Richard Pimpinella , Daniel Host , and Jose Castro . (panduit.com)
  • The process of communicating using fiber optics involves the following basic steps: creating the optical signal involving the use of a transmitter, usually from an electrical signal relaying the signal along the fiber, ensuring that the signal does not become too distorted or weak receiving the optical signal converting it into an electrical signal Optical fiber is used by telecommunications companies to transmit telephone signals, Internet communication and cable television signals. (wikipedia.org)
  • As of 2020, over 5 billion kilometers of fiber-optic cable has been deployed around the globe. (wikipedia.org)
  • From the glass preform to the optical fiber and cable design to the finished probe assembled in a low-bioburden room, OFS' engineering and manufacturing expertise help make vision and custom design a reality. (ofsoptics.com)
  • The fundamental characteristics of optical fiber and cable, lend themselves to solving real world problems. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Toronto, Canada - GAO Fiber Optics (www.GAOFiberOptics.com) recommends its portable fiber optic identifier which employs safe and reliable macro bending technology to avoid disruption of network communications that would normally be caused by disconnecting or cutting a fiber optic cable for identification and testing. (lawfuel.com)
  • To put it simply, the data is conveyed through a fiber optic cable , which is cylindrical and slender. (comeaucomputing.com)
  • The network includes FREEDM® One indoor/outdoor fiber optic cable, newly designed Closet Connector Housings, UniCam® field-installable no-epoxy/no-polish connectors, and a UniCam® Connector Installation toolkit. (corning.com)
  • Fiber optic adapter are used in fiber optic connection, the typical use is to provide a cable to cable fiber connection.people sometimes also name them to be mating sleeves and hybrid adaptors ,mating sleeves means this fibre optic adapter is used to connect the same type fiber optic connectors ,while hybrid adaptors are the fiber optic adaptor types used to connect different kinds of fiber optic connectors. (fttacable.com)
  • They focus on designing optimal fiber optic networks, creating detailed drawings and complex schematics for cable and component installations. (gsourcedata.com)
  • Fiber Optic OTDR Launch Cable Box 1KM SC FC LC ST G.652D Corning Single Mode Designed to aid in the testing of fiber optic cable when using an OTDR . (opencroquet.org)
  • Fiber Optic OTDR Launch Cable Box Fiber Ring OTDR launch cable connects the OTDR to the link-under-test and relays insertion loss and reflectance of the near-end connection. (opencroquet.org)
  • The launch fiber cable helps to negate blind spots or the Dead Zones of an OTDR . (opencroquet.org)
  • A fiber ring serves as both a launch cable and a receive cable. (opencroquet.org)
  • Get fiber cable in 12 colors for color-coded applications. (blackbox.com)
  • Match Black Box fiber cable to your company, team, or school colors for that special networking application. (blackbox.com)
  • The fiber optic identifier is intended for engineers and technicians to identify dark or live fiber and excessive losses due to the misalignment of mechanical splices or poor connections. (lawfuel.com)
  • Our CAD design services are comprehensive and include: Developing detailed drawings for installing fiber optic splices. (gsourcedata.com)
  • This is the ElectroniCast forecast of global consumption and technology trends of fiber optic connectors and mechanical splices. (bharatbook.com)
  • Customers of Fiber optic connectors & splices also were interviewed, to obtain their estimates of quantities received and average prices paid, as a crosscheck of vendor estimates. (bharatbook.com)
  • She and her team developed a low-cost, portable fiber optic microscope that allows doctors to easily test for cervical cancer. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Formulating intricate drawings for setting up fiber optic connectors. (gsourcedata.com)
  • During this period, ElectroniCast analysts performed interviews with authoritative and representative individuals in the fiber optics industry plus telecommunications, datacom, military/ aerospace and other communication industries, instrumentation/ laboratory - R&D and factory/manufacturing, from the standpoint of both suppliers and users of 40/100GbE MPO (and other) fiber optic connectors. (bharatbook.com)
  • LightComm Technology, CO. Ltd, founded in 2000 by a team of optical component engineers with more than 20 years experience, is a leading, innovative company of fiber optical components. (amstechnologies-webshop.com)
  • There are various buyer's guides in the area of photonics , including optics and laser technology - yet ours is the clearly leading one, being closely interconnected with the famous RP Photonics Encyclopedia , presented by RP Photonics ! (rp-photonics.com)
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  • Huihong Intl adopt high quality raw materials and make these fiber optic adapters strictly according to international standard, this makes our fiber optic adaptors fully compartible with the products from other manufacturers' in the market. (fttacable.com)
  • Standard female to female SC fiber optic adapter and hybrid SC fiber optic adapters are available. (fttacable.com)
  • Typical SC fiber optic adapters are with plastic housing and for single mode SC UPC it is blue color, single mode SC APC it is green color, multimode SC UPC is beige color. (fttacable.com)
  • We also supply the metal housing SC fiber optic adapters. (fttacable.com)
  • There are stand LC fiber adapter and SC footprint LC fiber optic adapters available. (fttacable.com)
  • We supply FC fiber optic adapters, including square type, single D type and double D types, in single mode and multimode versions. (fttacable.com)
  • All these adapters are with metal housing and ceramic sleeves, for multimode FC fiber adapter there is optional bronze housing types. (fttacable.com)
  • FC round fiber optic adapters come with a choice of D Flange (ø8.85 x 7.95mm) or double D Flange (ø9.35 x 7.65mm), and feature nickel plated brass housing for corrosion resistance. (fttacable.com)
  • We supply the ST fiber optic adapters, including the single mode and multimode types. (fttacable.com)
  • These ST fiber adapters are simplex style, most are with zirconia sleeves, optional bronze sleeve adapters are available for multimode. (fttacable.com)
  • These MU fiber adapters are UPC (for SMF and MMF) and APC types (for SMF), most of them are with zirconia sleeves, optional bronze sleeve MU adapters are for multimode. (fttacable.com)
  • TINLEY PARK, Ill. - (January 21, 2019) - Panduit Corp., a global leader of innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions, announced today it has been issued two patents for its innovation in fiber optic technology. (panduit.com)
  • The transmitters are designed for high-speed operation and are ideal for use in all types of data communication equipment, including power generation communications, industrial ethernet, copper-to-fiber media conversion, and more. (allaboutcircuits.com)
  • Because of its advantages over electrical transmission, optical fibers have largely replaced copper wire communications in backbone networks in the developed world. (wikipedia.org)
  • Due to lower attenuation and interference, optical fiber has advantages over copper wire in long-distance, high-bandwidth applications. (wikipedia.org)
  • The price for rolling out fiber to homes has currently become more cost-effective than that of rolling out a copper-based network. (wikipedia.org)
  • Engineering problems involving significant FOS-copper friction may lead to sensor failure without appropriate FOS-coating technologies. (azooptics.com)
  • The second patent discloses an innovative fiber optic tray for use within Panduit's HD Flex TM fiber cabling system, that allow users to easily modify supporting rails to accommodate different sized fiber optic modules. (panduit.com)
  • Fiber is preferred over electrical cabling when high bandwidth, long distance, or immunity to electromagnetic interference is required. (wikipedia.org)
  • Corning Optical Communications LLC, part Corning Incorporated's (NYSE:GLW) Telecommunications segment, is providing the fiber optic network cabling and connectivity for the final presidential debate on Oct. 22 at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Fla. (corning.com)
  • With extensive experience in Utilities, Civil and Land Surveying engineering projects, Gsource has built a unique niche, developing both human and technological resources adept at handling fibre optics and cabling within CAD services. (gsourcedata.com)
  • A crucial aspect of designing or drafting underground fiber optics cabling involves thorough research of existing utilities. (gsourcedata.com)
  • This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products. (allaboutcircuits.com)
  • New Industry Products are a form of content that allows industry partners to share useful news, messages, and technology with All About Circuits readers in a way editorial content is not well suited to. (allaboutcircuits.com)
  • Infineon Technologies AG, Munich, Germany, offers semiconductor and system solutions for applications in the wired and wireless communications markets, for security systems and smartcards, for the automotive and industrial sectors, as well as memory products. (infineon.com)
  • With more than 35 years of experience in designing and manufacturing fiber optic products and solutions for the medical industry, OFS today continues to innovate in this area, working closely with its customers to help bring life-saving, life-enhancing medical technology to market. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Our Ge-doped single-mode and pure-core single-mode fiber type products, in particular, provide a low cost per sensor point. (ofsoptics.com)
  • We specialized in fiber optic products manufacturing since 1995. (fttacable.com)
  • All Verified fiber optic otdr instrument suppliers & fiber optic otdr instrument manufacturers have passed our Business License Check, they can provide quality fiber optic otdr instrument products. (opencroquet.org)
  • Their views of use of new technology products were obtained. (bharatbook.com)
  • In analyzing and forecasting the complexities of the North American market for optical interconnect products, it is essential that the market research team have a good and a deep understanding of the technology and of the industry. (bharatbook.com)
  • A fiber optic chemical sensor was developed based on the quantitative, irreversible, chemical reaction that forms visible light absorbing products. (cdc.gov)
  • Learn how to setup and configure the OPT2042 and it's add-on module the OPT2043 Fiber Optic Sensor from AutomationDirect.com with this live demo of the sensor. (automationdirect.com)
  • This sensor works with both Plastic and Glass fibers. (automationdirect.com)
  • If this output status is blinking, that's an indication that the signal is weak and the sensor optics might be dirty or fouled and need to be cleaned. (automationdirect.com)
  • In this paper, we describe the design and fabrication of a microbent fiber optic sensor that can be used for pH sensing. (tue.nl)
  • In many instances, the optical fiber itself is the sensor, resulting in thousands of continuous sensor points along the fiber length. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Featuring low attenuation, long reach, and a dielectric nature (immune to RFI and EMI), optical fiber in DAS creates a long sensor element (up to 50 km) that can detect high-resolution events throughout the entire length of the fiber. (ofsoptics.com)
  • A FiberOptic Sensor for the Continuous Monitoring of Chlorinated Hydrocarbons. (cdc.gov)
  • The principles of the existing single measurement sensor technology were discussed. (cdc.gov)
  • Field test data results using the fiber optic chemical sensor were presented. (cdc.gov)
  • Excellent agreement was obtained between the gas chromatographic and fiber sensor determinations with nearly all values within the variance of the gas chromatography. (cdc.gov)
  • In the vadose zone monitoring studies, the gas chromatographic equipment was at the limit of detection, while the fiber sensor readily made a successful measurement. (cdc.gov)
  • Researchers at Bell Labs have reached a record bandwidth-distance product of over 100 petabit × kilometers per second using fiber-optic communication. (wikipedia.org)
  • There are numerous types of fiber, used in a variety of industries around the world. (alison.com)
  • WASHINGTON DC, - June 29, 2017 - The Fiber Optic Sensing Association (FOSA) today announced the creation of a Technology Committee consisting of thirteen industry experts. (optics.org)
  • More of our content is being permanently logged via blockchain technology starting [10.23.2020]. (verizon.com)
  • Going forward more of our content will be permanently logged via blockchain technology-enabling us to provide greater transparency with authoritative verification on all changes made to official releases. (verizon.com)
  • A contract to create an advanced mine-wide distributed monitoring system utilizing a low power intrinsically safe fiber optic backbone for improving ventilation and gas and temperature monitoring in underground mines. (cdc.gov)
  • The so-called Single Fibre Transceiver enables two-way communications on a single optical fiber usually a separate fiber is required in each direction. (infineon.com)
  • Specialists from Infineon Technologies leverage their combined expertise to continuously improve the conditions for today s and tomorrow s fiber-optic applications with innovative chip designs. (infineon.com)
  • As an initial activity, the committee will address fiber sensing installation considerations at a high level. (optics.org)
  • FOSA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to accelerating the use of distributed and quasi-distributed fiber optic sensing. (optics.org)
  • Our goal will be to enhance the understanding and utilization of fiber optic sensing in the real world through, for example, common installation considerations for engineering and construction firms starting the deployment process. (optics.org)
  • Mike Hines, Market Manager, Industrial Sensing at OFS, will serve as the FOSA Board's Liaison to the Technology Committee. (optics.org)
  • This committee represents some of the world's greatest expertise in fiber optic sensing for protection of pipelines, power lines, railways, international borders, smart roads, and critical facilities," Hines said. (optics.org)
  • Their insights will be invaluable as FOSA educates industry, government and the public on the benefits of fiber optic sensing. (optics.org)
  • This paper thus demonstrates how a bare plastic fiber can be modified for pH sensing in a simple and cost effective manner. (tue.nl)
  • The authors deliver a complete overview of fiber-optic Fabry-Perot (FFP) sensing technology, integrating the knowledge and tools of multiple fields including optics, sensing, micromachining, instrumentation, physics, and materials science. (routledge.com)
  • Researchers in China develop fiber-optic tool based on engineered cells (FOPECs) for real-time sensing of neurochemicals at high specificity in a variety of animal species and. (laserfocusworld.com)
  • Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) - DTS measures the temperature profile along the fiber length that extends from the source to the detector by measuring light attenuation induced by temperature changes. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) -Distributed Acoustic Sensing utilizes optical fiber to detect acoustic vibration. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Oil and Gas - Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) - Optical fibers in Oil and Gas DAS applications allow for near real-time measurements. (ofsoptics.com)
  • For over a decade, optical fiber-based interferometric techniques have been investigated for use in rotation sensing. (optica-opn.org)
  • Research began in the mid-1970s when the pioneering work of Vali and Shorthill demonstrated for the first time the application of fiber optics for rotation sensing. (optica-opn.org)
  • GAO Fiber Optics (www.GAOFiberOptics.com), a member company of GAO Group, is a leading provider of fiber optic test and measurement instruments, transceivers and other fiber optical devices. (lawfuel.com)
  • The OTDR Launch Fiber box is used with Optical Time Domain Reflectometers ( OTDR 's) to help minimize the effects of the OTDR 's launch pulse on measurement uncertainty. (opencroquet.org)
  • SSFâ„¢ Basic Termination Kit - essential, high-quality tools for fiber termination packed in a convenient carrying bag with strap for organization. (ravepubs.com)
  • Don't be surprised by missing tools or inaccurate terminations with Cleerline SSFâ„¢ fiber optic termination kits! (ravepubs.com)
  • Being the future of broadband connectivity, the Fiber Optic Internet uses premium fiber-optic technology to achieve the fastest speeds, such as 1 Gbps speed. (comeaucomputing.com)
  • Neofibo has dedicated to become the Optical Fiber Polishing Expert for fiber optic polishing solutions and aims to make our customers' fiber connectivity more reliable. (neofibers.com)
  • OFS optical fibers help ensure reliable performance and durability in high-temperature, high-pressure, and hydrogen-rich environments. (ofsoptics.com)
  • Creating detailed drawings for the installation of fiber optic patch panels. (gsourcedata.com)
  • Enclosure come pre-loaded patch panels for easy and fast fiber routing. (cableorganizer.com)
  • The optical fiber identifier, model 820, features transmission direction display, identifies multiple signal frequencies and detects bare fibers, close packed fibers and pigtails. (lawfuel.com)
  • Applications of this rapidly maturing technology are shown to increase network capabilities - throughput, variety of services, etc. - and alleviate some of the protocol and switching difficulties found in traditional network architectures. (spie.org)
  • The laserfocusworld.com Fiber Optics channel features articles and other content that discuss optical fiber types and applications of fiber optics. (laserfocusworld.com)
  • Due to these difficulties, early fiber-optic communication systems were primarily installed in long-distance applications, where they can be used to their full transmission capacity, offsetting the increased cost. (wikipedia.org)
  • This analysis and forecast and of America, EMEA and APAC regional consumption is presented for selected fiber optic connector and mechanical splice used in selected communication applications. (bharatbook.com)
  • National Environmental Technology Applications Corp. (cdc.gov)
  • In ophthalmology, OCT has applications in scanning the retina to predict and diagnose retinal diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy , and it can scan the optic nerve and nerve fiber layer to track damage from glaucoma. (medscape.com)
  • Using the optical solutions from Infineon, it is now possible to transmit up to 18 simultaneous movies in DVD video quality over a single fiber. (infineon.com)
  • Meet Meir Bartur, cofounder and CEO of Optical Zonu, a provider of radio-frequency-over-fiber (RFoF) transport solutions. (laserfocusworld.com)
  • At Gsource, we are dedicated to offering all-inclusive geospatial design solutions for fiber optics. (gsourcedata.com)
  • Fiber miles in the Verizon Pennsylvania network increased from 911,308 in 1999 to 997,442 in 2000. (verizon.com)
  • The prices of fiber-optic communications have dropped considerably since 2000. (wikipedia.org)
  • A contract to evaluate the practicality and permissibility of modern laser-based technology for remotely detecting and mapping potentially explosive methane accumulations. (cdc.gov)
  • This course focuses on the fundamental principles of fiber optics and how data travel. (alison.com)
  • This course focuses on the fundamental principles of fiber optics and how data travels in a fiber-optic network. (alison.com)
  • Optical fiber with attenuation low enough for communication purposes (about 20 dB/km) was developed in 1970 by Corning Glass Works. (wikipedia.org)
  • Using a waveguide design based on the ITU-T G.657.A1 telecom-grade single-mode standard, AcoustiSens Wideband Optical Fibers significantly increase Rayleigh backscatter while maintaining low attenuation to improve Optical Signal to Noise Ratio (OSNR). (ofsoptics.com)
  • Fiber optic communication is a method of carrying information from one point to another by emitting pulses of infrared light through an optical fiber. (alison.com)
  • Abstract: In this article, we will discuss the importance of optical fiber splice closure in ensuring efficient signal transmission. (mv4you.net)
  • Figure 1 shows five generations of optical fiber communication systems recognized today.1 The increasing capabilities of each generation are characterized by significant increases in repeater spacing and channel capacity. (spie.org)
  • This paper reports recent progress in the development of three categories of optical sources with linewidths, Ay, sufficiently narrow to be used in heterodyne and homodyne optical fiber communication systems: First, single-longitudinal-mode semiconductor lasers with relatively broad linewidths of several tens of MHz, suitable for amplitude-shift-keying and frequency-shift-keying heterodyne with envelope detection. (spie.org)
  • Point-to-point links are the simplest form of fiber-optic communication systems. (alison.com)
  • Fiber-optic systems use hair-thin glass fibers and digital technology to deliver high quality telephone service along with high- capacity/high-speed voice and data transmission services. (verizon.com)
  • The purpose of this paper is to compare the permanent monitoring systems based on optical fiber systems and intelligent chemical tracers. (onepetro.org)
  • Our industrial customers are increasingly connecting and networking their manufacturing assets, and hybrid optical and electrical communications systems will be a key technology enabler in the future," says Richard Pimpinella, fellow optical research engineer. (panduit.com)
  • However, infrastructure development within cities is relatively difficult and time-consuming, and fiber-optic systems can be complex and expensive to install and operate. (wikipedia.org)
  • citation needed] Since 1990, when optical-amplification systems became commercially available, the telecommunications industry has laid a vast network of intercity and transoceanic fiber communication lines. (wikipedia.org)
  • Utilizing the capabilities of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, we meticulously plan, design, and manage robust fiber optic networks. (gsourcedata.com)
  • The convergence of AI and communication technologies will create 6G networks that make hyperconnectivity and immersive experiences an everyday reality for consumers. (technologyreview.com)
  • China' s broadband strategy has been written into the government policy and highlights 4G mobile communications, fiber optic networks and Internet speed. (chinadaily.com.cn)
  • The Nova 1.6 Tbit/s PAM4 electro-optics platform is designed for cloud artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) and data center networks. (laserfocusworld.com)
  • Designing future-proof fiber optic networks. (gsourcedata.com)
  • Fiber Optic Network Design : We focus on designing fiber optic networks that offer optimal performance. (gsourcedata.com)
  • Meanwhile, at MIT's Lincoln Laboratory , Swanson was working on intersatellite laser communications and high-speed fiber-optic networks. (medscape.com)
  • It is often available on a small spool or within a "launch box", which is used to create the proper conditions for testing another similar optical fiber for faults. (opencroquet.org)
  • Network architectures that utilize coherent optical technology are, analyzed. (spie.org)
  • This new technology will allow Bell Atlantic to expand its ability to offer advanced high-speed and high bandwidth services in the Sunbury area and provides additional reliability and survivability in the Bell Atlantic network. (verizon.com)
  • The new fiber optic network will remain after the debate for the university to use. (corning.com)
  • These wall mount enclosures for fiber optic patching are a great economic solution for a quick budget minded network. (cableorganizer.com)
  • With this innovative method, it is already possible to send data at 155 Mbit per second and soon even at 1.25 Gbps and more per fiber to their separate destination in today s homes. (infineon.com)
  • This is where another high-tech development from Infineon comes in: A small module enables optical data transmissions up to 10 Gbps this corresponds to a 20 ft. stack of letter-sized pages filled with text over a distance of more than 6 miles. (infineon.com)
  • The wires of fiber optic work to transfer data to and from your business via light pulses, keeping you interlinked to its super-fast speed. (comeaucomputing.com)
  • The use of optical fiber has revolutionized the communications industry during the few years in which it has been available, and still further advances are just over the horizon. (spie.org)
  • You will learn how fiber optics reformed communications technology. (alison.com)
  • Optics Communications , 205 (4-6), 253-256. (tue.nl)
  • In 1880 Alexander Graham Bell and his assistant Charles Sumner Tainter created a very early precursor to fiber-optic communications, the Photophone, at Bell's newly established Volta Laboratory in Washington, D.C. Bell considered it his most important invention. (wikipedia.org)
  • Jun-ichi Nishizawa, a Japanese scientist at Tohoku University, proposed the use of optical fibers for communications in 1963. (wikipedia.org)
  • Nishizawa invented the PIN diode and the static induction transistor, both of which contributed to the development of optical fiber communications. (wikipedia.org)
  • Light from an input fiber can appear at one or more outputs, with the power distribution potentially depending on the wavelength and polarization. (photonics.com)
  • better source needed] First developed in the 1970s, fiber-optics have revolutionized the telecommunications industry and have played a major role in the advent of the Information Age. (wikipedia.org)
  • Founded at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1899, MIT Technology Review is a world-renowned, independent media company whose insight, analysis, reviews, interviews and live events explain the newest technologies and their commercial, social and political impact. (technologyreview.com)
  • SCHOTT Fused Imaging Fiber Optics can be custom made with your needs in mind. (schott.com)
  • SCHOTT Fiber Optic Inverters are manufactured using fiber elements ranging in size from 4 to 25 µm that are fused together into a coherent imaging array, which is then heated and twisted to invert the image 180 o from the input surface to the output surface. (schott.com)
  • The imaging technology has evolved into a cornerstone of ophthalmologic practice since Fujimoto, Swanson, and Huang introduced it in 1991 . (medscape.com)
  • Imaging technology has helped turn this goal into reality. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The technology was developed with support from the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering and the National Cancer Institute. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Dr. Richards-Kortum notes that imaging technology has more than just physical health benefits. (medlineplus.gov)
  • A small fiber-optic probe, about the size of a pencil, is gently placed on the dyed tissue. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Receiver sensitivity improvement as much as 7-10 dB over direct detection was realized experimentally at 100-200 Mb/s using 50-105 km single mode fibers. (spie.org)
  • When we describe a technology as 'revolutionary,' it brought about a fundamental and significant change and transformed a field or the society. (medscape.com)
  • Headquartered in Tinley Park, Ill., USA and operating in 112 global locations, Panduit's proven reputation for quality and technology leadership, coupled with a robust partner ecosystem, help support, sustain, and empower business growth in a connected world. (panduit.com)
  • BEIJING - China plans to put fiber optic connections into 30 million more homes nationwide in this year, according to Miao Wei, minister of industry of information technology. (chinadaily.com.cn)
  • Providing top-quality tools for quick and accurate terminations every time, these kits are available in a range of configurations to meet any need for terminating and testing fiber optic connections in any setting. (ravepubs.com)
  • An advancement in optical fiber produces the equivalent of 10 million high-speed home internet connections at full capacity. (laserfocusworld.com)