optical fiber

• Fio fino e flexível de vidro ou plástico que transmite sinais luminosos a longas distâncias, usado em telecomunicações, redes e imagens médicas para transmissão de dados em alta velocidade.

A thin, flexible strand of glass or plastic that transmits light signals over long distances, used in telecommunications, networking, and medical imaging for high-speed data transfer.

1. Data transmission mediumB2formal

   A flexible, transparent fiber made of glass or plastic that transmits light signals for high-speed communication.

   Fibra óptica

   • Optical fiber cables are used for high-speed internet connections.
   • The new network relies on optical fiber for faster data transfer.
   • Telecommunications companies are replacing copper wires with optical fiber.

2. Medical imaging toolC1formal

   A thin, flexible fiber used in endoscopes to illuminate and view internal body parts.

   Fibra óptica

   • Doctors use optical fiber in endoscopes to examine the stomach.
   • The surgical team relied on optical fiber for precise imaging.
   • Optical fiber technology has revolutionized minimally invasive surgery.