fiber optics
Definition
Noun: 1. The technology of transmitting information, data, or light signals through thin, flexible strands of glass or plastic (optical fibers): This field encompasses the principles, manufacturing, and application of using light to carry signals over distances with minimal loss. 2. The branch of science and engineering concerned with the design and application of optical fibers: It involves the study of light propagation, fiber materials, and related photonic components.
Usage
- As a subject or field of study: "Fiber optics" is treated as a singular or plural noun when referring to the technology or discipline.
- To describe a type of cable or system: It is commonly used attributively (as a noun modifier) before other nouns.
Examples
- The internet backbone relies heavily on fiber optics for high-speed data transmission.
- She decided to major in fiber optics and photonic engineering.
- The new fiber optics cable laid across the ocean significantly increased bandwidth.
- Fiber optics has revolutionized long-distance telecommunications.
Advanced Usage
- "Fiber optics" vs. "Fiber optic": The term "fiber optic" (without the 's') is primarily used as an adjective (e.g., fiber optic cable, fiber optic network). "Fiber optics" is the noun form referring to the technology itself.
- In a technical context: The phrase often implies the use of total internal reflection to guide light through the fiber core.
Variants and Related Words
- Fiber optic (adj): Pertaining to or using optical fibers. (e.g., )
- Optical fiber (n): A single strand of the glass or plastic material that guides light. (e.g., )
- Photonics (n): The broader science of generating, detecting, and manipulating light, which includes fiber optics.
Synonyms
- Optical communications (specifically when referring to the transmission aspect)
- Lightwave technology
Related Phrases
- Fiber-optic communication: The method of transmitting information using fiber optics.
- Fiber-optic bundle: A group of many optical fibers assembled together.
Noun
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the transmission of light signals via glass fibers
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