CIC339 Fiber Optics Instrumentation Syllabus:

CIC339 Fiber Optics Instrumentation Syllabus – Anna University Regulation 2021

COURSE OBJECTIVES

1. To provide knowledge on the theory behind light propagation in optical fibers, types of optical fibers, dispersion characteristics, and losses associated with optical fibers.
2. To provide an overview of recent advances in fiber optic sensor technology.
3. To provide knowledge on principles of laser generation, laser systems and its types.
4. To emphasize how lasers have been used for industrial applications.
5. To provide knowledge on the fundamentals of holography and medical applications of lasers.

UNIT I OPTICAL FIBER AND THEIR PROPERTIES

Principles of light propagation through a fiber – laws related to light propagation through fiber – Different types of fibers and their properties, Fiber manufacturing – mechanical and transmission characteristics – Connectors & splicers – Fiber termination – Optical sources – Optical detectors.

UNIT II FIBER OPTIC SENSORS

Fiber optic sensors – Fiber optic instrumentation system for measurement of fiber characteristics – Different types of modulators – Interferometric method for measurement of length – Measurement of pressure, temperature, electric field, liquid level and strain.

UNIT III LASER FUNDAMENTALS

Fundamental characteristics of lasers – Three level and four level lasers – Properties of lasers – Laser modes – Resonator configuration – Q-switching and mode locking – Types of lasers:– Gas lasers, solid lasers, liquid lasers, semiconductor lasers, Excimer lasers & vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL).

UNIT IV INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION OF LASERS

Applications of Low Power Lasers:- Measurement of distance, length, velocity and acceleration using lasers, & Environmental monitoring using lasers.Applications of High Power Lasers: Material processing – Laser heating, welding, melting and trimming of material, Material Removal & vaporization.

UNIT V HOLOGRAPHY AND MEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF LASERS

Holography – Principles – Methods. – Holographic interferometry and applications, Holography for non-destructive testing – Medical applications of lasers – laser and tissue interaction – Laser instruments for surgery – Safety methods for medical lasers.

TOTAL : 45 PERIODS

SKILL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES (Group Seminar/Mini Project/Assignment/Content Preparation / Quiz/ Surprise Test / Solving GATE questions/ etc)

1 Interpretation of various Laser instruments failure case studies
2 Seminar on Advanced Laser Instruments.
3 Design and Development of Fiber Optics Cables/Sensors in Large Industries/Database Center.
4 Modelling and understanding of Laser Instruments using hardware
5 Introduction to other Laser Instruments not covered in the above syllabus

COURSE OUTCOMES (COs)

1. Ability to utilize the principles of light transmission, characteristics and losses in optical fibers for measurement applications.
2. Ability to apply the concepts of optical fibers for its use in sensor development as well as important applications in production, manufacturing and industrial applications.
3. Ability to compare the lasing theory of various laser generation systems.
4. Ability to design laser systems for measurement of physical quantities and for industrial applications.
5. Ability to select lasers for a specific Industrial and medical application.
6. Ability to apply the principles of lasers for creating new sensors and measurement systems.

TEXT BOOKS:

1. John and Harry, “Industrial lasers and their application”, McGraw-Hill, 2002.
2. Mitschke, F. (2016). Fiber optics: physics and technology. (Second Edition). Springer.
3. Keiser, G., “Optical Fiber Communication”, McGraw-Hill, 3rd Edition, 2000.
4. Eric Udd, William B., and Spillman, Jr., “Fiber Optic Sensors: An Introduction for Engineers and Scientists “, John Wiley & Sons, 2011.

REFERENCE BOOKS:

1. Daly, J. C. (2018). Fiber Optics: Second Edition. CRC Press.
2. John F. Ready, “Industrial Applications of Lasers”, Academic Press, Digitized in 2008.
3. Monte Ross, “Laser Applications”, McGraw-Hill, 1968.
4. Hariharan, P. (2002). Basics of holography. Cambridge university press.