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Optical Fiber Senses Spills

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Robert C. Pini

The rapid, pinpoint accuracy of optical time domain reflectometry could find new use in detecting pipeline leaks and spills. Energy and chemical companies now visually examine pipelines from a vehicle or helicopter, but finding leaks can be difficult. To stop spills quickly, an ideal solution would be a sensor that directs workers to the problem. An optical fiber sensor could signal pipeline leaks. Frank Kvasnik of the Manchester University of Science and Technology thinks he may have such a solution -- an optical fiber sensor. Unlike telecommunications fiber, which is protected by...Read full article

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