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A novel Young interferometer sensor using titanium dioxide (TiO2) waveguides was developed for enhanced evanescent field sensing. This integrated optical sensor demonstrates high sensitivity for refractive index changes and protein adsorption detection.

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Area of Science:

  • Integrated optics
  • Waveguide sensors
  • Nanomaterials

Background:

  • Young interferometers are sensitive optical devices.
  • Evanescent fields are crucial for waveguide-based sensing.
  • Titanium dioxide (TiO2) offers unique optical properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a simple integrated Young interferometer sensor.
  • To enhance evanescent field interaction using TiO2.
  • To investigate refractive index sensitivity and protein adsorption.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a Young interferometer on a glass substrate.
  • Deposition of a tapered TiO2 thin film on one waveguide.
  • Prism-coupling of laser light and interrogation with a photodetector.

Main Results:

  • A high-contrast interference pattern was achieved.
  • The TiO2 waveguide showed enhanced evanescent field.
  • Refractive index sensitivity and protein adsorption response were measured.

Conclusions:

  • The integrated TiO2 Young interferometer is a promising sensor platform.
  • The enhanced evanescent field improves sensing capabilities.
  • The sensor is effective for detecting refractive index changes and biomolecular adsorption.