Advances in Fiber Optic Sensors: Innovations, Challenges and Applications
A special issue of Sensors (ISSN 1424-8220). This special issue belongs to the section "Optical Sensors".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 29
Special Issue Editor
Interests: fiber optic sensors and applications; sensor packaging; structural health monitoring; predictive maintenance; system integration
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Dear Colleagues,
Fiber optic sensors (FOSs) have emerged as a critical technology for real-time, high-precision sensing across diverse fields, including structural health monitoring, biomedical diagnostics, environmental surveillance, and industrial automation. Their inherent advantages—such as high sensitivity, resistance to electromagnetic interference, and adaptability to extreme environments—have driven significant advancements in recent years.
This Special Issue aims to showcase state-of-the-art developments in fiber optic sensing, covering novel sensor designs, advanced interrogation techniques, and new applications in emerging industries. Topics of interest include distributed and point-based sensing, smart fiber sensors for IoT and AI-driven applications, multiplexing strategies for large-scale deployments, and the integration of fiber optics with photonic and nanomaterial-based technologies. Additionally, we encourage the submission of contributions addressing current challenges, such as cost reduction, miniaturization, and improved durability in harsh environments.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, and case studies from both academia and industry to provide a comprehensive outlook on the future of fiber optic sensing. Through this Special Issue, we aim to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and accelerate the translation of cutting-edge research into real-world applications.
Dr. Jianzhong Hao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- fiber optic sensing technologies
- distributed and multiplexed sensing
- smart sensors and iot integration
- optical signal processing and ai-enhanced analytics
- structural health monitoring and industrial applications
- biomedical and environmental sensing
- advanced materials for fiber sensors
- harsh environment sensing and durability
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