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We developed a novel packaged microsphere-taper coupling structure (PMTCS) for high-performance fiber-integrated sensors. This robust device achieves a high quality factor (Q) and excellent temperature resolution, showing great potential for advanced laser applications.

Area of Science:

  • Optics and Photonics
  • Materials Science
  • Sensor Technology

Background:

  • Microsphere-taper coupling structures are crucial for integrated photonics.
  • Achieving high quality factors (Q) and practical sensing capabilities remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel packaged microsphere-taper coupling structure (PMTCS).
  • To enhance the quality factor (Q) and assess its performance in thermal sensing applications.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized low refractive index (RI) ultraviolet (UV) glue for coating.
  • Analyzed optical loss theoretically and experimentally.
  • Conducted thermal sensing experiments to evaluate performance.

Main Results:

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  • Achieved a high quality factor (Q) up to 5×10^6.
  • Identified glue absorption and radiation loss as key Q-limiting factors.
  • Demonstrated a high temperature resolution of 1.1×10^-3 °C in thermal sensing.

Conclusions:

  • The PMTCS offers excellent convenience, anti-jamming ability, robustness, mobility, and isolation.
  • The developed structure maintains high Q over extended periods.
  • The PMTCS shows significant potential for fiber-integrated sensors and lasers.