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fibre opticsBranch of physics dealing with the transmission of light and images through glass or plastic fibres known as optical fibres. Such fibres are now commonly used in both communications technology and medicine. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Now, it promises to be as light as a leaf, with structure and cast aluminium deck integrated as far as possible and swooping over the water, illuminated at night by continuous fibre optics to make a delicate luminous suture between the two halves of the severed city. Two round plates of blue glass inset with fibre optics provide a touch of nocturnal magic. However, Brown does indicate that the town is encountering a problem getting the fibre optics implemented throughout the community. |
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