High-sensitive lossy mode resonance-based optical fiber refractometers by means of sputtered indium oxide thin-films

  • P. Sanchez
  • , K. Gonzalez
  • , C. R. Zamarreño
  • , M. Hernaez
  • , I. R. Matias
  • , F. J. Arregui

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Abstract

Three different optical fiber refractometers based on lossy mode resonances (LMRs) have been fabricated by means of the deposition of indium oxide thin-films. The sensitivity of the devices as well as the full-width at half maximum (FWHM) has been characterized as a function of the surrounding medium refractive index (from 1.332 to 1.471. Obtained results revealed that thinner coating possess higher sensitivities. However, the FWHM is better for thicker coatings. As a general rule, the thicker the In2O3 coating the lower the sensitivity, but the better the FWHM. Thus, a compromise is required depending on the necessities of the application.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSmart Sensors, Actuators, and MEMS VII; and Cyber Physical Systems
EditorsJose L. Sanchez-Rojas, Riccardo Brama
PublisherSPIE
ISBN (Electronic)9781628416398
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015
Externally publishedYes
EventSmart Sensors, Actuators, and MEMS VII; and Cyber Physical Systems - Barcelona, Spain
Duration: 4 May 20156 May 2015

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume9517
ISSN (Print)0277-786X
ISSN (Electronic)1996-756X

Conference

ConferenceSmart Sensors, Actuators, and MEMS VII; and Cyber Physical Systems
Country/TerritorySpain
CityBarcelona
Period4/05/156/05/15

Keywords

  • DC - Sputtering
  • Indium oxide
  • Optical fiber
  • Refractometer

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