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Research for Electronic Fiber Optics TechnologistsThe intent of this project was to provide research experiences for socially and economically disadvantaged students in networking via fiber optics. The objectives of this project were: 1) To provide knowledge and skills needed by students to use the tools and equipment essential to networking NASA's and the university's topologies; 2) To provide the student researchers with needed mathematical skills and concepts to progress in fiber optic technology; 3) To afford the principal investigator an opportunity to become certified in fiber optics; 4) To build a transmitter and receiver circuit that will be linked by fiber-optic cable to demonstrate mastery of concepts; and 5) To conduct research for NASA and the University in the fiber-optic system. The research will attempt to develop applications for THUNDER (Thin-layer Composite Unimorph Ferroelectric Driver and Sensor) and LARC-SI (Langley Research Center- Soluble Polyimide), (inventions at NASA/LaRC) and fiber-optic technology that will be beneficial to NASA, the university and the consumer. This research has the potential of improving the nation's manpower in the area of fiberoptic technology. It will allow students the opportunity to participate in visible research at NASA and in industry.
Document ID
20000004266
Acquisition Source
Kennedy Space Center
Document Type
Contractor or Grantee Report
Authors
Lawrence, Ellis E.
(Elizabeth City State Univ. NC United States)
Date Acquired
August 19, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1999
Subject Category
Optics
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAG10-252
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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