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  • Materials Science
  • Sensor Technology

Background:

  • Distributed strain sensing is crucial for in situ structural health monitoring of critical infrastructures.
  • Fiber optic sensors are widely used but limited by silica fiber fragility in high-strain applications.
  • Coaxial cable sensors present a robust alternative, capable of withstanding higher strain events and harsh environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present developments in methodology for coaxial cable distributed strain sensors.
  • To explore time domain reflectometry and frequency domain reflectometry approaches for coaxial cable sensing.
  • To identify and discuss key research challenges and future directions in this field.

Main Methods:

  • Exploration of time domain reflectometry (TDR) and frequency domain reflectometry (FDR) for coaxial cable distributed strain sensing.
  • Review of existing methodologies and adaptation of coaxial cable structures for distributed sensing.
  • Identification of challenges including strain/temperature deconvolution and dielectric permittivity effects.

Main Results:

  • Coaxial cable sensors demonstrate potential for robust distributed strain sensing in demanding conditions.
  • TDR and FDR are identified as primary methods for coaxial cable distributed strain sensing.
  • Key challenges include accurate deconvolution of environmental effects and manufacturing robustness.

Conclusions:

  • Coaxial cable distributed strain sensors offer a promising, resilient solution for structural health monitoring.
  • Further research is needed to address challenges in measurement accuracy and data analysis.
  • Advancements in data-driven techniques are essential for optimizing sensor performance and reliability.