Abstract
Since fiber reinforced polymer composites are becoming increasingly popular, nondestructive damage detection in these materials has become an important issue. Real time structural health monitoring using Fiber Optic Polarimetric Sensors (FOPS) in an interesting field of research in recent years. This paper presents the performance of FOPS using three different optical sensing fibers: low birefringence (low-bi), high birefringence (high-bi) and an ordinary single mode polarization maintaining fiber. The static and dynamic response of these fibers are experimentally evaluated under different conditions. The experiments were conducted on composite structures by embedding the optical fibers into specimen. Composite materials are extensively used in aerospace applications. The sensitivity of all fibers under different conditions is discussed for static and dynamic loading.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
