@inproceedings{bfd21dd1e72446ab88ce8ac7216d37ba,
title = "Infrared hollow waveguides: An update",
abstract = "Infrared-transmissive hollow waveguides (HWGs) are enjoying resurgence as they are now being used in lengths less than 10 m for sensor and power delivery applications. HWGs are routinely fabricated with losses less than 1 dB/m from 2 to 12 μm. Most of the hollow structures involve silica or plastic tubing with an inside thin metallic film followed by a dielectric coating to enhance the reflectivity. In this paper current HWG technologies will be reviewed and several sensor and power delivery applications discussed.",
keywords = "CO laser surgery, Hollow waveguides, IR fibers, IR imaging",
author = "Harrington, {James A.}",
year = "2008",
doi = "10.1117/12.779249",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9780819470270",
series = "Progress in Biomedical Optics and Imaging - Proceedings of SPIE",
booktitle = "Optical Fibers and Sensors for Medical Diagnostics and Treatment Applications VIII",
note = "Optical Fibers and Sensors for Medical Diagnostics and Treatment Applications VIII ; Conference date: 19-01-2008 Through 21-01-2008",
}