Interferometric sensors utilizing bulk sensing mediums extrinsic to the input/output optical fiber
Patent 6671055 Issued on December 30, 2003. Estimated Expiration Date: April 13, 2020. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
The present invention is directed toward an interferometric sensor that permits the simultaneous measurement of a change in more than one environmental condition. The interferometric sensor comprises an optical fiber and a plurality of sensing regions positioned in an operable relationship to the optical fiber. Each sensing region has partially reflective boundaries and produces an interferometric signal.
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April 13, 2020. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
