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1Optoelectronic Division - Engineering Department, University of Sannio, c.so Garibaldi 107, 82100 Benevento, Italy.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|August 23, 2020
Summary
Lab-on-fiber (LOF) technology is advancing toward flexible, multifunctional fiber-optic platforms. This review highlights achievements, challenges, and the integration of LOF with optomechanics for diverse applications.
Area of Science:
- Optoelectronics
- Nanotechnology
- Materials Science
Background:
- The
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the progress and potential of lab-on-fiber (LOF) technology.
- To discuss the technological roadmap towards flexible, multifunctional fiber-optic platforms.
- To explore the integration of LOF with optomechanics.
Main Methods:
- Review of nanofabrication strategies for optical fibers.
- Analysis of achievements in LOF functionality and performance.
- Discussion of challenges in nanoscale control and high-throughput production.
Main Results:
- Significant progress in fabricating LOF platforms on unconventional substrates.
- Demonstration of new functionalities and enhanced performance metrics.
- Identification of key challenges including nanoscale spatial control and scalable manufacturing.
Conclusions:
- LOF technology is a rapidly advancing field with significant potential beyond its initial vision.
- LOF platforms show promise for applications in diagnostics, monitoring, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
- The convergence of LOF and optomechanics opens new avenues for micro/nanoscale devices.
