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Milan Nikolić1, Dejan P Jovanović, Yah Leng Lim

  • 1School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia.

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The Multiple Signal Classification (MUSIC) algorithm improves self-mixing interferometry (SMI) signal processing. MUSIC offers better range finding and real-time velocity estimation compared to the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT).

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Area of Science:

  • Optics and Photonics
  • Signal Processing
  • Metrology

Background:

  • Self-mixing interferometry (SMI) is a technique that utilizes optical feedback for measurements.
  • Traditional signal processing in SMI often relies on the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT).
  • FFT-based methods can face limitations in signal-to-noise ratio and processing complexity for certain applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the applicability of the Multiple Signal Classification (MUSIC) algorithm for processing self-mixing interferometry (SMI) signals.
  • To compare the performance of MUSIC against the FFT for SMI-based range finding and velocimetry.
  • To explore potential improvements in measurement robustness, range, and real-time processing capabilities.

Main Methods:

  • The study proposes and applies the Multiple Signal Classification (MUSIC) algorithm to process signals from self-mixing interferometry (SMI).
  • The MUSIC algorithm is tested on two key SMI measurement techniques: range finding and Doppler velocimetry.
  • Performance is evaluated by comparing MUSIC with the traditional Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) method.

Main Results:

  • MUSIC demonstrates significantly superior signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) performance in SMI range finding compared to FFT.
  • This enhanced SNR enables more robust and extended-range measurement capabilities for SMI range finding.
  • For SMI Doppler velocity measurement, MUSIC eliminates the need for complex fitting procedures, enabling real-time frequency estimation.

Conclusions:

  • The Multiple Signal Classification (MUSIC) algorithm offers a significant advancement over the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) for self-mixing interferometry (SMI) signal processing.
  • MUSIC enhances the performance of SMI for both range finding (improved SNR and range) and velocimetry (real-time estimation).
  • This algorithmic shift promises more robust, longer-range, and efficient SMI measurement systems.