Fiber Optic Connections Series
The Fiber Optic Connections Series is designed as a tutorial about fiber optic connectors for those who may not be experts in the actual connection portion of a system or may not fully understand the role of the connection in overall system performance. These videos should provide a basic framework for fiber optic connectors as well as the motivation of why an interferometer, like FiBO, is a valuable tool for assessing fiber optic connections.
Chapter 4
Testing & Measurement
This video discusses various testing methods for quality assurance and troubleshooting of optical fiber and connections.
Video Takeaways
- Optical loss (attenuation) is the primary go-no-go test for optical networks
- OTDR is the go-to test for span attenuation and reflection testing
- Fault location is a test for troubleshooting cable and connectors
- Optical microscopes are used for fiber surface inspection of contamination and defects