Mechanoluminescence of ZnS: Cu@Al 2 O 3 enabled optical fiber microlens passive tactile sensor for hardness recognition

We propose an optical fiber microlens (OFM) passive tactile sensor (OFMPTS) for hardness recognition. The sensor features a core-shell structure, with an OFM as the core and an elastic mechanoluminescence (ML) matrix shell, which is composed of ZnS: Cu@Al O doped with 10 nm SiO particles and polydim...

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Published in:Optics letters 2024-09, Vol.49 (17), p.4991
Main Authors: Dai, Penghui, Cong, Zhicheng, Jiang, Chunhong, Jiang, Chunlei, Chen, Pengyi, Sun, Yu, Dong, Taiji
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Language:English
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Summary:We propose an optical fiber microlens (OFM) passive tactile sensor (OFMPTS) for hardness recognition. The sensor features a core-shell structure, with an OFM as the core and an elastic mechanoluminescence (ML) matrix shell, which is composed of ZnS: Cu@Al O doped with 10 nm SiO particles and polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). Utilizing the Hertz model, the ML intensity of the sensor is correlated to the elastic modulus of the sample, which enables precise hardness detection. The microlens fiber structure significantly enhances photon collection efficiency, thereby allowing for effective coupling of the ML signal. In press mode, OFMPTS differentiates between five PDMS hardness levels. It can also operate in scan or tap mode, identifying hidden foreign bodies and tissue masses through response curve analysis. The sensor, which requires no external light source, expands the capabilities of optical hardness measurement.
ISSN:0146-9592
1539-4794
DOI:10.1364/OL.537534