In this work, we demonstrate the fabrication of semi-cylindrical channels on glass substrates using femtosecond laser micromachining for fiber arrays edge couplers. Optical fiber arrays provide a powerful substrate for c...
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A fiber optic array (FOA) can be used as an alternative or a supplement to the lens in a microscope due to its large magnification, high coupling efficiency and extremely low distortion.
In this paper, we present the fiber feed design and fabrication recipe of our prototype. We also outline our optical test procedures and report results on surface flatness of our fibers.
Based on the research, this paper presents the performance comparison between the FOA and the lens-based microscope and then demonstrates a proof-of-concept study of the FOA as
This structure enables each well to be addressed by the optical fiber defining its base, providing a high-density array of microwells that can be simultaneously and individually interrogated by light.
The disclosure relates generally to fiber array units that facilitate connection of optical fibers to optical waveguide devices, and specifically to fiber array units providing...
Fiber arrays are commonly used as edge couplers for PICs. In this work, we demonstrate the fabrication of semi-cylindrical channels on glass substrates using femtosecond laser
They are intended for free space coupling to other fiber arrays, photonic integrated circuits (PICs), or other components. The printed microlenses can focus or collimate the light from the fibers, enabling
The fiber after the cladding is removed, is shown in the microscope picture to the right. (Note: don''t worry about scratching the inner fiber; it will all be polished away anyway.)
Our goal was to design a free-standing probe with integrated optics that could focus and collect light from outside the probe, be easily coupled to fiber optics, and have separate input (e.g. excitation)
This letter experimentally demonstrated a method to improve the resolution of compact microscope by employing the microsphere, in combination with the tube lens placed on the small-end