Optical fibre sensing in metals by embedment in 3D printed metallic structures

R. R J Maier*, D. Havermann, O. Schneller, J. Mathew, D. Polyzos, W. N. Macpherson, D. P. Hand

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Abstract

Additive manufacturing or 3D printing of structural components in metals has potential to revolutionise the manufacturing industry. Embedded sensing in such structures opens a route towards SMART metals, providing added functionality, intelligence and enhanced performance in many components. Such embedded sensors would be capable of operating at extremely high temperatures by utilizing regenerated fibre Bragg gratings and in-fibre Fabry-Perot cavities.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication23rd International Conference on Optical Fibre Sensors
PublisherSPIE
Volume9157
ISBN (Print)9781628411751
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014
Event23rd International Conference on Optical Fibre Sensors - Santander, United Kingdom
Duration: 2 Jun 20146 Jun 2014

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE
PublisherSPIE
Volume9157

Conference

Conference23rd International Conference on Optical Fibre Sensors
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CitySantander
Period2/06/146/06/14

Keywords

  • 3D printing
  • Additive manufacture
  • Fabry-Perot
  • Fibre Bragg gratings
  • Sensors
  • Smart metals

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