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Multi-material and Multi-functional Optical Fibers

Fabien Sorin, Wei Yan, Alexis Gérald Page, Yunpeng Qu
2018
Conference Papers

Abstract

We will present the material science behind thermal drawing that enables us to impart optical fibers with novel architectures and advanced optoelectronic functionalities, as well as propose a new avenue for soft optical devices.

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Fabien Sorin, Wei Yan, Alexis Gérald Page, Yunpeng Qu
2018
Conference Papers

Abstract

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https://infoscience.epfl.ch/entities/publication/889741ec-407e-4276-bd31-5605fd7dc22f

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