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    Area of Science:

    • Optics
    • Micro-optics
    • Laser technology

    Background:

    • Traditional resonant gyros face limitations in sensitivity due to low signal-to-noise ratio and signal detection immaturity.
    • Miniaturization of optical gyroscopes is a key challenge, often requiring bulky, narrow-linewidth lasers.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose and design a novel resonant micro-optical gyro.
    • To enhance gyro sensitivity by improving reciprocity and beat frequency measurement.
    • To achieve miniaturization using a compact semiconductor laser.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a self-injection locking technique.
    • Enhancement of optical reciprocity.
    • Measurement of beat frequency for sensitivity assessment.
    • Utilization of a distributed feedback semiconductor laser with megahertz linewidth.

    Main Results:

    • The proposed resonant micro-optical gyro design effectively enhances sensitivity.
    • The design addresses limitations of low signal-to-noise ratio and immature signal detection.
    • A theoretical sensitivity of 10^-4 deg/h is demonstrated at a 6 KHz modulation frequency.
    • Miniaturization is achieved through the use of a small-size distributed feedback semiconductor laser.

    Conclusions:

    • The novel resonant micro-optical gyro design offers improved sensitivity and miniaturization potential.
    • Self-injection locking and enhanced reciprocity are key to overcoming traditional gyro limitations.
    • The accuracy of time measurement is critical for the sensitivity of this micro-optical gyro.