Fibre Optic Distributed Sensing System
Fibre Optic Distributed Sensing System
The School of Earth and Environment operates two distributed sensing systems. This cutting-edge technology uses fibre-optic cable to sense the thermal and mechanical properties of the subsurface, at high spatial and temporal resolution. The technology is a game-changer for monitoring subsurface geoassests.
The distributed sensing systems were acquired from Febus Optics with support from the National Productivity Investment Fund.
We can assist any project looking to monitor the variation in subsurface temperature, strain and acoustic properties. Please contact Dr Adam Booth to discuss in the first instance.
The systems include:
Febus Optics A1 Distributed Acoustic Sensor
a Rayleigh backscatter interrogator to monitor strain, seismic vibration and temperature
Febus Optics G1-C Distributed Strain/Temperature Sensor
a Brillouin backscatter interrogator to monitor strain and temperature
Distributed temperature and strain sensing kit
Equipment funded by Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council