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On the basis of ray model solutions, the response of a lossless multimode graded-index fibre to a modulated source is calculated. The results demonstrate great sensitivity of the bandwidth of the fibre to small variations in index profile.
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Bochove, E.J., Cozannet, A. Low-pass filter characteristics of multimode graded index fibres. Opt Quant Electron 9, 135–141 (1977). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00619893
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