Minimalist Optical Fiber Design: capillary-like fibers

Author(s)

Osorio, Jonas H. ; Chesini, Giancarlo ; Serrao, Valdir A. ; Franco, Marcos A. R. ; Cordeiro, Cristiano M. B. ; IEEE

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: 2018 SBFOTON INTERNATIONAL OPTICS AND PHOTONICS CONFERENCE (SBFOTON IOPC); v. N/A, p. 5-pg., 2018-01-01.

Abstract

Microstructured optical fibers with ultra-simplified designs are investigated. Guiding mechanism can be achieved in an embedded or surface germanium-doped core or in the hollow part of capillaries. Fiber wall thickness and/or stress induced birefringence can be modified with external stimuli. Results showing this interesting platform for sensing of parameters such as pressure, temperature, refractive index and directional curvature will be presented. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 14/50632-6 - Surface-plasmon resonance sensors based on microstructured optical fiber
• Grantee: Cristiano Monteiro de Barros Cordeiro
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants