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Polarization-normalized differential Fano response in phosphorene metasurfaces for ultra-highly sensitive sensing
Optics Letters
|February 27, 2026
Summary
We developed a new phosphorene metasurface for ultra-sensitive refractive index sensing. This novel approach uses correlated polarization channels to significantly enhance sensor performance and stability.
Area of Science:
- Photonics
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Conventional Fano-resonant sensors often rely on single-polarization excitation, limiting sensitivity.
- The in-plane anisotropy of materials like phosphorene offers opportunities for novel photonic responses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose and demonstrate an ultra-highly sensitive refractive-index sensing scheme using a phosphorene-integrated metasurface.
- To leverage the unique properties of phosphorene for enhanced Fano-resonant sensing.
Main Methods:
- Integration of phosphorene into a metasurface structure.
- Utilizing the in-plane anisotropy of phosphorene to create correlated polarization channels.
- Employing a polarization-normalized differential Fano response for readout.
Main Results:
- Achieved an ultra-narrow differential spectral feature through polarization normalization.
- Demonstrated a high Q-factor exceeding 1.97×10^5.
- Obtained a figure of merit of 1.76×10^4, indicating ultra-high sensitivity.
Conclusions:
- The proposed phosphorene-integrated metasurface enables a highly sensitive refractive-index sensing scheme.
- Correlated-polarization readout effectively suppresses common-mode intensity drifts.
- Anisotropic 2D materials show significant potential for advanced photonic readout applications.
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