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    • Fiber Optics
    • Sensor Technology

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    • Traditional optical fiber force sensors lack the required sensitivity for micro-force detection.
    • Developing compact and highly sensitive force sensors is crucial for various scientific and industrial applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a novel compact microfiber coupler-based reflective micro-force sensor.
    • To demonstrate the sensor's high sensitivity and low detection limit for micro-force measurement.

    Main Methods:

    • Fabrication of the sensor by fusing two twisted optical fibers.
    • Construction of a Sagnac loop by connecting two fiber pigtails.
    • Characterization of the sensor's performance, including sensitivity and detection limit.

    Main Results:

    • The sensor exhibits a high force sensitivity of approximately 3754 nm/N.
    • Achieved a low detection limit of around 1.6 µN, three orders of magnitude better than traditional sensors.
    • Demonstrated good repeatability in measurements.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed microfiber coupler-based sensor offers a significant advancement in micro-force sensing.
    • The sensor's high sensitivity and low detection limit make it suitable for precise micro-force applications.
    • The device shows potential for widespread use in scientific research and industry.