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Waveguide (optics)

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An optical waveguide is a physical structure that guides electromagnetic waves in the optical spectrum. Common types of optical waveguides include optical fiber waveguides, transparent dielectric waveguides made of plastic and glass, liquid light guides, and liquid waveguides.

Waveguide (optics) - Wikipedia Jump to content From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Physical structure guiding light waves An optical waveguide is a physical structure that guides electromagnetic waves in the optical spectrum . Common types of optical waveguides include optical fiber waveguides, transparent dielectric waveguides made of plastic and glass, liquid light guides, and liquid waveguides. Optical waveguides are used as components in integrated optical circuits or as the transmission medium in local and long-haul optical communication systems. They can also be used in optical head-mo

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