A Novel All-Fiber Configuration for a Flexible Polarimetric Current Sensor

This set-up is particularly simple and makes possible the use of a flexible cable that may be plugged to the instrument using connectors for easy field applications. Measurements of AC and DC currents are demonstrated.

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