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    Area of Science:

    • Astronomy
    • Optical Engineering
    • Fiber Optics

    Background:

    • Astronomical interferometers combine light from multiple telescopes to achieve higher resolution.
    • Linking telescopes over long distances is crucial for enhancing interferometric capabilities.
    • Single-mode optical fibers offer a potential solution for stable and high-fidelity light transport.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the feasibility of using single-mode fiber optics for connecting telescopes in optical to near-infrared astronomical interferometers.
    • To investigate the impact of environmental factors on the performance of fiber optic links in interferometry.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a Twyman-Green interferometer setup on an optical bench.
    • Employed up to 30 meters of single-mode optical fiber in each interferometer arm.

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  • Observed and analyzed wide-bandwidth interference fringes under varying conditions.

    • Main Results:

    • Demonstrated the influence of dispersion on the quality of interference fringes.
    • Quantified the effects of temperature fluctuations on fringe stability.
    • Assessed the impact of birefringence on the wide-bandwidth interference patterns.

    Conclusions:

    • Single-mode fiber optics are a viable technology for linking telescopes in large astronomical interferometers.
    • Controlling dispersion, temperature, and birefringence is essential for maintaining high-quality interference fringes.
    • Further research is needed to optimize fiber optic systems for robust astronomical interferometry.