Flexion Angle Measurements with an Optical Fiber Goniometer Bilro,
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چکیده
A method to introduce optical fibers technology to physics and engineering students is presented. As the attenuation in an optical fiber depends on several factors including macro bending, an optical fiber angle sensor has been developed. The method used to increase the sensibility of the sensor consisted on side polishing the optical fiber. In the near future is expected to integrate this sensor in a smart structure in order to achieve a wearable goniometer. This will be a very useful tool to aid physicians in diagnosis or/and rehabilitation of knee injuries or monitorization of spine injuries
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