Fiber-Optic Sensing Devices and Systems

Dear Colleagues,

Fiber-optic sensing has emerged as a cornerstone technology for advanced monitoring and measurement across diverse industries. By leveraging the unique properties of optical fibers, these systems enable distributed and point sensing with exceptional sensitivity, long-range capability, and immunity to electromagnetic interference. This Special Issue focuses on recent advances in fiber-optic sensing devices and integrated systems, encompassing fundamental principles, novel sensor designs, and cutting-edge interrogation techniques. It aims to highlight innovations in distributed sensing (Brillouin, Raman, and Rayleigh) as well as point (fiber Bragg gratings) and hybrid sensing approaches. Applications span structural health monitoring, energy infrastructure, environmental sensing, biomedical diagnostics, and emerging fields such as smart cities and autonomous systems. By bringing together contributions from academia and industry, this Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive perspective on the current state, challenges, and future directions of fiber-optic sensing technologies.

Dr. Hani J. Kbashi
Guest Editor

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