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Vector magnetic field sensing using a tapered seven-core fiber modal interferometer
Optics Letters
|July 31, 2026
Summary
This study introduces a compact fiber optic sensor for vector magnetic field measurement. The novel device uses a specialized fiber and magnetic microsphere for precise directional magnetic field detection.
Area of Science:
- Fiber optics
- Magnetometry
- Nanomaterials
Background:
- Accurate magnetic field measurement is crucial for various applications.
- Existing sensors often lack vector sensing capabilities or compactness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a compact all-fiber vector magnetic field sensor.
- To demonstrate its capability for spatial magnetic mapping.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a tapered seven-core fiber reflective modal interferometer.
- Functionalized a microsphere with Fe3O4 composite for magneto-mechanical response.
- Exploited directional microbending induced by magnetic fields.
Main Results:
- Achieved a maximum sensitivity of 17.14 pm/mT.
- Demonstrated high linearity (R^2 > 0.95) over a 30-60 mT range.
- Successfully translated magnetic field vectors into spectral shifts.
Conclusions:
- The proposed sensor offers robust architecture and comprehensive vector sensing.
- It is a promising solution for spatial magnetic mapping and navigation systems.
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