Definitions: M

The dispersion attributable to the wavelength dependence of the refractive index of the material used in any optical application.

Synonym for multimode distortion. Also called mode dispersion.

Synonym (regarded by some as erroneous) for multimode distortion, which see.

Modal bandwidth is a crucial parameter in optical fiber communication systems, particularly in multimode fiber (MMF) systems. It quantifies the ability of a fiber optic link to transmit data at high...

A monochromator is an optical instrument used to isolate and select a narrow range of wavelengths from a broader spectrum of light. The term monochromator is derived from "monochromatic," meaning...