Optical Fiber Sensors: Advanced Techniques and Applications describes the physical principles of and latest developments in optical fiber sensors. Providing a fundamental understanding of the design operation and practical applications of fiber optic sensing systems this book: Discusses new and emerging areas of research including photonic crystal fiber sensors micro- and nanofiber sensing liquid crystal photonics acousto-optic effects in fiber and fiber laser-based sensing Covers well-established areas such as surface plasmon resonance sensors interferometric fiber sensors polymer fiber sensors Bragg gratings in polymer and silica fibers and distributed fiber sensors Explores humidity sensing applications smart structure applications and medical applications supplying detailed examples of the various fiber optic sensing technologies in use Optical Fiber Sensors: Advanced Techniques and Applications draws upon the extensive academic and industrial experience of its contributing authors to deliver a comprehensive introduction to optical fiber sensors with a strong practical focus suitable for undergraduate and graduate students as well as scientists and engineers working in the field. . Language: English