Abstract:This paper proposes a new, to the best of our knowledge, design framework of long-period fiber grating (LPFG) sensors resistant to multi-parameter cross talk. A section of hollow quartz capillary (HQC), which acts as an exoskeleton, is periodically merged with a single-mode fiber (SMF) by the arc-discharge method. The mechanical stress in the SMF is released while the thermal stress is enhanced after a high-temperature fusion process. Under the influence of the elastic-optical effect, the refractive index of t… Show more
“…Long-period fiber gratings (LPFGs) allow for the co-propagating coupling of the core mode with several cladding modes [12]. It enables the LPFGs to have sensitivity to many environmental parameters, such as temperature, strain, bending, torsion, surrounding refractive index (RI), and force [13]. For axial force measuring, a silica SMF-based LPFG with a force sensitivity of ~0.5 nm/N has higher sensitivity than that of a traditional FBG.…”
A high-sensitivity axial force sensor with a large measurement range based on a dual-peak long-period fiber grating (LPFG) is proposed and experimentally demonstrated. Previously, the relationship between the grating period and the dual-peak wavelengths has been investigated based on the coupled-mode theory. In our experiment, the LPFG was fabricated in our laboratory by illuminating the fiber core with the aid of a 213 nm UV laser. The sensitivity of the proposed axial force sensor can reach −14.047 nm/N in the force range from 0.490 N to 4.508 N. Taking the advantages of a compact size, low cost, and large measurement range, our force sensor has more applicable abilities in harsh environments.
“…Long-period fiber gratings (LPFGs) allow for the co-propagating coupling of the core mode with several cladding modes [12]. It enables the LPFGs to have sensitivity to many environmental parameters, such as temperature, strain, bending, torsion, surrounding refractive index (RI), and force [13]. For axial force measuring, a silica SMF-based LPFG with a force sensitivity of ~0.5 nm/N has higher sensitivity than that of a traditional FBG.…”
A high-sensitivity axial force sensor with a large measurement range based on a dual-peak long-period fiber grating (LPFG) is proposed and experimentally demonstrated. Previously, the relationship between the grating period and the dual-peak wavelengths has been investigated based on the coupled-mode theory. In our experiment, the LPFG was fabricated in our laboratory by illuminating the fiber core with the aid of a 213 nm UV laser. The sensitivity of the proposed axial force sensor can reach −14.047 nm/N in the force range from 0.490 N to 4.508 N. Taking the advantages of a compact size, low cost, and large measurement range, our force sensor has more applicable abilities in harsh environments.
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