Near Field Region
The close-in region of an antenna wherein the angular field distribution is dependent upon distance from the antenna. Synonyms: near field, near zone.
In optical Fiber communications, near-field is the region close to a Source or aperture. Note: The Diffraction pattern in this region typically differs significantly from that observed at infinity and varies with distance from the source.
Related Terms
Active Region,
Depletion Region,
Evanescent Field,
Fiber Optic Field Flattener,
Mode Field Diameter (MFD),
Near Field Region,
Near Field Scanning,
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