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title: "Optical Transmission Medium"
industry: "Computer, Electronic and Optical Product Manufacturing"
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    typical_range: "400-1600 nm wavelength, 0.1-100 mW optical power, -40°C to +125°C temperature"
    unit: "mm"
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  max_safe_operating_point:
    value: 3
    unit: "dB"
    consequence: "Photodarkening from color center formation at &gt;10^15 photons/cm² cumulative exposure, thermal stress cracking due to coefficient of thermal expansion mismatch (Δα &gt; 5×10^-6/°C), or hydroxyl ion absorption at 1383 nm wavelength"
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      trigger: "UV radiation exposure at &gt;10 mW/cm² intensity for &gt;1000 hours"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
      mitigation_protocol: "Dopant optimization with cerium oxide (0.1-0.5 wt%) to suppress color center formation, hermetic sealing with &lt;100 ppm moisture content"
  - node_2:
      trigger: "Mechanical stress cycling at &gt;10^5 cycles with 20 MPa amplitude"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
      mitigation_protocol: "Surface polishing to &lt;1 nm RMS roughness, compressive stress layer formation via ion exchange creating &gt;100 MPa surface compression"
bom_nodes:
  transparent-encapsulation:
    type: "component"
    urn: "URN:CNFX:ME:TRANSPARENT_ENCAPSULATION"
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  reflective-coating:
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# Industrial Specification: Optical Transmission Medium

## 1. Technical Definition
The material or structure within an opto-isolator that transmits optical signals between the input and output sides while maintaining electrical isolation.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **400-1600 nm wavelength, 0.1-100 mW optical power, -40°C to +125°C temperature**. Failure boundary: **Optical attenuation exceeding 3 dB/cm at 850 nm wavelength, refractive index change &gt;0.001, or physical fracture at 50 MPa tensile stress**, Mechanism: **Photodarkening from color center formation at &gt;10^15 photons/cm² cumulative exposure, thermal stress cracking due to coefficient of thermal expansion mismatch (Δα &gt; 5×10^-6/°C), or hydroxyl ion absorption at 1383 nm wavelength**.

### 2.1 Analytical Physics Model
Governed by the **Rayleigh Resolution Criterion**:

> **Primary Equation**: $d = \frac{0.61 \lambda}{NA}$  
> **Engineering Impact**: Defines the theoretical limit of machine vision systems.

| Symbol | Variable Definition | Localized Reference |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| \lambda | Wavelength | Engineering Constant |
| NA | Numerical Aperture | Engineering Constant |

### 2.2 FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)
| Event Trigger | Severity | Failure Mode | Mitigation Strategy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| UV radiation exposure at &gt;10 mW/cm² intensity for &gt;1000 hours | 8 | Increased optical attenuation from 0.2 dB/cm to &gt;3 dB/cm at 850 nm wavelength | Dopant optimization with cerium oxide (0.1-0.5 wt%) to suppress color center formation, hermetic sealing with &lt;100 ppm moisture content |
| Mechanical stress cycling at &gt;10^5 cycles with 20 MPa amplitude | 8 | Microcrack propagation leading to complete fracture at 50 MPa stress | Surface polishing to &lt;1 nm RMS roughness, compressive stress layer formation via ion exchange creating &gt;100 MPa surface compression |

## 3. Key Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| spec | Config-dependent | mm | Verified |

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Optical Signal Generator**, **Optical Power Meter**, **Fiber Cleaver and Stripper**  
**Downstream Applications**: Opto-Isolators, Optical Couplers, Fiber Optic Transceivers  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 

### Q: What is the primary function of an optical transmission medium in opto-isolators?
**A**: The optical transmission medium transmits optical signals between the input and output sides of an opto-isolator while maintaining complete electrical isolation, preventing electrical interference and ensuring safety in electronic circuits.

### Q: What materials are commonly used for optical transmission mediums in manufacturing?
**A**: Common materials include optical-grade plastic for cost-effectiveness and durability, glass for high-precision and clarity, and air gaps for minimal signal loss and enhanced isolation in specialized applications.

### Q: How does the BOM (Bill of Materials) impact the performance of an optical transmission medium?
**A**: Key BOM components like reflective coatings optimize signal transmission by directing light efficiently, while transparent encapsulation protects the medium from environmental factors, ensuring long-term reliability and consistent optical performance in electronic products.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance

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### 🛠️ Engineering Resource Access
🔗 **[Full Specification: Optical Transmission Medium](https://cnfx.com/industry/computer-electronic-and-optical-product-manufacturing/product/optical-transmission-medium)**

### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **2** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: OPTICAL_TRANSMISSION_MEDIUM | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: bb483596
