Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF
Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF

Public Workshop
"Optical Fibers: Theoretical Background and Hands-on"

Fraunhofer IOF is one of the leading research institute in the field of laser- and fiber technology.

The competences in this field range from design and simulation of all kinds of aspects of fibers and fiber lasers, the fabrication of special fibers toward its applications in laser systems, fiber sensors and telecommunication application.

Highly reputated results cover high power applications as well as tailored properties of photonic crystal fibers. In addition, special technologies and devices have been developed at the institute to support the handling and application of novel fibers. Based on this expertise, our experts offer up-to-date knowledge in our public workshop that covers the following contents:

 

 

Course of events

Detailed agenda and content will follow soon!

1. Theoretical part (4 x 2 h)

  • Introduction and basics
  • Modeling and optical effects in fibers
  • Simulation, measurement techniques, and fabrication
  • Preparation of fibers and overview of fiber components

2. Practical part (groups of two)

  • Splicing
  • Mode coupling and NA measurement
  • Index profile measurement
  • Loss measurement
  • Optical backscatter measurements
  • End capping and tapering
  • Guided drawing tower and MCVD

3. Evening event (dinner) to get to know each other

 

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Benefits and Learning Objectives

 

This course enables participants to:

  • Learn the basics about glass fibers, their light guiding mechanisma and fiber components;
  • Train to handle fibers with various devices for preparation of fibers like polishing, cleaving, and splicing;
  • Learn the background of various measurements technologies for characterization of fibers;
  • Applying the knowledge to characterize fibers and being able to critically analyse the results;
  • Understand the process of doping glass for fibers and drawing fibers from preforms.

Participation in a glass doping process (MCVD) and the subsequent fiber draw.

 

Fees and Booking

 

Ticket fee

Workshop attendance (4-day ticket): 6500 € per person

As the conference tickets are digital items, there are no shipping costs.

The participation fee is tax-free according to § 4 No. 22a UStG (UStG means German Turnover Tax Act).

The participation fee includes drinks, such as coffee, snacks, and dinner at the evening event.

 

Payment

After registration you will receive an invoice (up to a few days later) with the request for compensation. All payments must be made in Euro. We accept only bank transfer. 

 

Confirmation

After the full payment is confirmed, attendees will receive a final confirmation e-mail for your participation in our workshop. Please save this email as proof of your registration.

Change / Cancellation / Refund Policy

Registration:

Your registration information cannot be changed online. In case of any changes in registration information, please contact our contact person Thomas Schreiber at Fraunhofer IOF (thomas.schreiber@iof.fraunhofer.de) via email.

For cancellation after registration, please contact our contact person Thomas Schreiber at Fraunhofer IOF (thomas.schreiber@iof.fraunhofer.de) via email.

 

Cancellation fee:

DEVIATING from Section 8 (4) of our general terms and conditions:
No refunds of the registration fee will be made for any reasons whatever.

The program will be conducted a the Fraunhofer IOF in Jena by leading experts in the field of fiber technology.

 

A total of 10 places are available for our workshop.

Target Group

 

The workshop is mainly addressed to engineers and scientists that need to work with fibers or want to advance their skills and knowledge about fiber technology. Basic knowledge about optics is required.

Laser-based endcap splicing.

The Organizer

 

Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF

 

The Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF in Jena conducts applied research in the field of photonics and develops innovative optical systems to control light – from generation and manipulation to its application.

The services offered by the Institute cover the entire photonic process chain from optomechanical and optoelectronic system design to manufacturing of custom-specific solutions and prototypes.  

© Jens Meyer Universität Jena

Fiber draw tower facility.

Certificate of Participation

 

Upon successful completion of the full program, participants will receive a certificate of participation by the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF.

 

Active participation and full-time attendance on the four days are required in order to receive the certificate.

The program will be conducted a the Fraunhofer IOF in Jena by leading experts in the field of fiber technology.

 

A total of 10 places are available for our workshop.

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