Attenuation is a term in communication that refers to loss (reduction) in signal strength when a signal is transmitted from sender to the receiver. This loss happens due to a variety of factors. It is measured using decibels. Fiber-optic sensors are also immune to electromagnetic interference, and do not conduct electricity so they can be used in places where there is high voltage electricity or flammable material such as jet fuel. It is measured using decibels (dB). Optical. These advantages are essentially related to the optical fiber properties, i., small, lightweight, resistant to high temperatures and pressure, electromagnetically passive, among others.
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