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J A Ferrari1, C D Perciante, A Dubra

  • 1Instituto de Física, Facultad de Ingeniería, J. Herrera y Reissig 565, 11300 Montevideo, Uruguay. jferrari@fing.edu.uy

Applied Optics
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A new optical sensor uses the Faraday effect to measure alternating current (ac). This sensor generates two signals, enabling a normalized output directly proportional to the ac amplitude.

Area of Science:

  • Optoelectronics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Accurate measurement of alternating current (ac) is crucial in electrical systems.
  • Traditional methods for ac measurement can be complex or limited in certain applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a novel optical sensor for ac measurement.
  • To utilize the Faraday effect for a non-contact and potentially more accurate current sensing method.

Main Methods:

  • The sensor employs a material with a high Verdet constant placed between polarizers.
  • The interaction of polarized light with the magnetic field generated by the ac current induces a rotation.
  • A specific polarizer angle (45 degrees) generates two signals with different frequencies related to the ac.

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Main Results:

  • An optical signal with twice the frequency of the ac is generated alongside the fundamental frequency signal.
  • The ratio of these two signals provides a normalized output.
  • This normalized output is directly proportional to the amplitude of the measured ac.

Conclusions:

  • The developed optical sensor based on the Faraday effect is practical for ac measurement.
  • The sensor offers a method for obtaining a normalized output proportional to current amplitude.
  • This technology presents a promising alternative for ac sensing applications.