Abstract
FTTH applications require advanced fibers insensitive to stapling and tight bends. We demonstrate resonance-assisted fibers made with standard solid-fiber fabrication, achieving <0.1dB/turn loss down to 3mm fiber bend radius and compatibility with standard SMF.
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