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Fiber Optic Measurements

    Within EPFL-Alinghi project, embedding of fiber optics in composite materials for shape and stress measurements.

    The composite materials used in building the yachts are both rigid and light. During regattas, the boat’s structure is subjected to considerable strain. So as to understand and improve yacht design, fiber optics have been embedded into the materials to make them "intelligent". They provide feedback on the thrusts, pressure, tensions and deformations with which the boat is confronted.

    Fiber optics – a real integrated information network – provide Alinghi’s engineers and designers with valuable feedback which they use to improve reliability, optimize yacht construction and assess performance limitations.
    Technologies: Sensors for measurement of performance; New materials and structures.

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