News Project explores using fibre optic cables as safety sensors A £5.5m EU research project is investigating whether telecommunication fibre-optic cables can be turned into sensors to detect natural disasters.
Technology HS2 tests fibre optic tech to detect ground movement HS2 and the Align joint venture of Bouygues, Sir Robert McAlpine and Volker Fitzpatrick are testing fibre optic technology to detect minute ground movements in embankments and cuttings, and thus help prevent land slips.
