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    This study introduces a novel fiber optic hydrophone using weak value amplification (WVA) for highly sensitive underwater acoustic detection. The device achieves unprecedented sensitivity at low frequencies, crucial for advanced sonar applications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Acoustics and Underwater Sensing
    • Quantum Metrology

    Background:

    • Traditional hydrophones face limitations in sensitivity, particularly at low frequencies.
    • Weak Value Amplification (WVA) offers a potential pathway to overcome classical measurement precision limits.
    • Developing advanced underwater acoustic sensors is critical for marine research and defense.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose and demonstrate a high-sensitivity, low-frequency fiber optic hydrophone.
    • To leverage Weak Value Amplification (WVA) for enhanced acoustic pressure detection.
    • To achieve unprecedented sensitivity in the low-frequency underwater acoustic spectrum.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a polarization-maintaining (PM) fiber wound on a polycarbonate (PC) tube as the sensing element.
    • Implementing a Weak Value Amplification (WVA) measurement scheme.
    • Conducting theoretical analysis and experimental validation of the hydrophone's performance.

    Main Results:

    • Demonstrated a fiber optic hydrophone with a sensitivity of 1.3×10-6 Pa/Hz1/2 at 10 Hz.
    • Achieved a flat frequency response in the low-frequency band of 0.1-50 Hz.
    • Experimental results closely matched theoretical predictions within 0.5 dB.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed WVA-based fiber optic hydrophone offers superior sensitivity for low-frequency underwater acoustic detection.
    • This technology represents a significant advancement in hydrophone sensitivity and performance.
    • The demonstrated device holds promise for applications requiring precise measurement of weak underwater acoustic signals.