Fiber optic sensor and method for making
AssigneeGeneral Electric Company
InventorsJames Scott Vartuli, Kenneth Sherwood Bousman, Kung-Li Deng, Kevin Paul McEvoy, Hua Xia
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Abstract
A fiber optic sensor including a fiber having a modified surface integral with the fiber wherein the modified surface includes an open pore network with optical agents dispersed within the open pores of the open pore network. Methods for preparing the fiber optic sensor are also provided. The fiber optic sensors can withstand high temperatures and harsh environments.
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A fiber optic sensor comprising a fiber having a modified surface integral with the fiber, said modified surface comprising an open pore network and optical agents dispersed within the open pores of the open pore network wherein the modified surface is intimately bonded to the fiber surface.
A process for making a fiber optic sensor comprising applying ceramic material to a fiber cladding and forming an open pore network structure, dispersing optical agents within the pores of the open pore network and integrating the ceramic material with the fiber.
A process for making a fiber optic sensor comprises applying a ceramic material mixture comprising ceramic material and optical agents to a fiber cladding, forming an open pore network structure within the ceramic material and integrating the ceramic material with the fiber.
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