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What are the factors responsible for optical signal attenuation and dispersion during signal propagation through optical fiber?

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What are the reasons for signal attenuation in optical fiber? (Refer part I)

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An optical signal becomes increasingly distorted as it travels along the fiber.

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I. Dispersion:

  • Dispersion is the broadening of actual time-width of the pulse due to material properties and imperfections.

  • As pulse travels down the fiber, dispersion causes pulse spreading. This limits the distance travelled by the pulse and the …

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