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20 October 2006 Photonic sensor opportunities for distributed and wireless systems in security applications
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Proceedings Volume 6371, Photonic Sensing Technologies; 63710E (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.686692
Event: Optics East 2006, 2006, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Abstract
There are broad ranges of homeland security sensing applications that can be facilitated by distributed fiber optic sensors and photonics integrated wireless systems. These applications include [1]: Pipeline, (Monitoring, Security); Smart structures (Bridges, Tunnels, Dams, Public spaces); Power lines (Monitoring, Security); Transportation security; Chemical/biological detection; Wide area surveillance - perimeter; and Port Security (Underwater surveillance, Cargo container). Many vital assets which cover wide areas, such as pipeline and borders, are under constant threat of being attacked or breached. There is a rapidly emerging need to be able to provide identification of intrusion threats to such vital assets. Similar problems exit for monitoring the basic infrastructure such as water supply, power utilities, communications systems as well as transportation. There is a need to develop a coordinated and integrated solution for the detection of threats. From a sensor standpoint, consideration must not be limited to detection, but how does detection lead to intervention and deterrence. Fiber optic sensor technology must be compatible with other surveillance technologies such as wireless mote technology to facilitate integration. In addition, the multi-functionality of fiber optic sensors must be expanded to include bio-chemical detection. There have been a number of barriers for the acceptance and broad use of smart fiber optic sensors. Compared to telecommunications, the volume is low. This fact coupled with proprietary and custom specifications has kept the price of fiber optic sensors high. There is a general lack of a manufacturing infrastructure and lack of standards for packaging and reliability. Also, there are several competing technologies; some photonic based and other approaches based on conventional non-photonic technologies.
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David Krohn "Photonic sensor opportunities for distributed and wireless systems in security applications", Proc. SPIE 6371, Photonic Sensing Technologies, 63710E (20 October 2006); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.686692
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KEYWORDS
Sensors

Fiber optics sensors

Homeland security

Photodetectors

Network security

Fiber optics

Surveillance

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