Fiber Bend & TIR Loss
This interactive simulator explores Fiber Bend & TIR Loss in Optics & Light. Curved core: outer-wall incidence vs θ_c; tight R leaks (meridional sketch). Use the controls to change the scenario; watch the visualization and any graphs or readouts to connect the model with lectures, labs, and homework.
Who it's for: Best once you already know the basic definitions and want to build intuition. Typical context: Optics & Light.
Key terms
- fiber
- bend
- tir
- loss
- fiber bend loss
- optics
- light
How it works
Complements **Numerical Aperture**: even rays inside the acceptance cone can **radiate** if the guide curves too sharply — the same **step-index** interface, but geometry breaks **TIR** at the outside of the bend.
Key equations
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