Optical fiber sensors based on sol–gel materials: design, fabrication and application in concrete structures
Rita B. Figueira, José M. de Almeida, Bárbara Ferreira, L. Coelho, Carlos J. R. Silva
Abstract
This review provides an overview of the state-of-the-art of OFS based on sol–gel materials for diverse applications with particular emphasis on OFS for structural health monitoring of concrete structures.
Topics & Concepts
FabricationMaterials scienceSol-gelOptical fiberNanotechnologyComputer scienceTelecommunicationsAlternative medicineMedicinePathologyAdvanced Fiber Optic SensorsAnalytical Chemistry and SensorsGas Sensing Nanomaterials and Sensors