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Applications of Atomic Force Microscopy in Optical Fiber Research

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In this paper, novel applications of atomic force microscopy (AFM) to optical fiber research are reviewed. Three specific examples are presented, illustrating the effective use of AFM to advance our understanding of material structure and properties in optical fibers. Existing issues and the need for innovation in applications of AFM to new material systems are also discussed.

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Zhong, Q., Inniss, D. (1997). Applications of Atomic Force Microscopy in Optical Fiber Research. In: Cohen, S.H., Lightbody, M.L. (eds) Atomic Force Microscopy/Scanning Tunneling Microscopy 2. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4757-9325-3_20

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