Reasons for high optical attenuation after optical cable splicing
Intrinsic Optical Fiber Losses consist of absorption loss, dispersion loss and scattering loss caused by the structural defects or quality of the optical fiber core itself. The attenuation is a telecommunication word which refers to reduction within signal strength. This influence may be caused by the diffusion of H₂ atoms directly into the silicon (Si) structure of the optical fibers or by the formation of OH ions at locations where the fiber surface is damaged.
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