Integrated fiber optic sensors for nondestructive characterization of concrete structures

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

1-1-1998

Abstract

It is possible to monitor the initiation and progress of various mechanical or environmentally induced perturbations in concrete elements by way of fully integrated optical fiber sensors. Geometric adaptability and ease by which optical fibers can be embedded within concrete elements has led to the development of a number of innovative applications for concrete elements. This article is intended for a brief introduction into the theories, principles, and applications of fiber optic sensors as they pertain to applications in concrete. However, due to the fact that the transduction mechanism in optical fibers is invariant of the materials employed, the principles introduced here also correspond to other structural materials. The only application related differences among various materials pertain to sensitivity and choice of optical fiber sensor types.

Identifier

0031634591 (Scopus)

Publication Title

Materials Research Society Symposium Proceedings

ISSN

02729172

First Page

107

Last Page

118

Volume

503

Grant

9402671

Fund Ref

National Science Foundation

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