Fiber optics components and systems are seeing application in an increasing number of technologies, products and research initiatives. From its modest beginnings to present-day advancements, the field of fiber optics is poised to further revolutionize communication networks, optical devices and more. The basis of optical communications systems, fiber optics uses thin, flexible glass or plastic fibers as wave guides, or “light pipes,” to channel light from one location to another.

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