Elastooptical antenna for detection of gravitational radiation

Using the photoelastic effect in transparent solids to detect stresses induced by a gravitational wave is proposed. The induced birefringence is measured by a polarimeter. The phase difference is amplified by a Fabry-Perot cavity containing the medium. The sensitivity of this optical strain sensor i...

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Published in:Applied optics (2004) 1980-02, Vol.19 (3), p.382-385
Main Authors: Boyer, G R, Lamouroux, B F, Prade, B S, Vinet, J Y
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Using the photoelastic effect in transparent solids to detect stresses induced by a gravitational wave is proposed. The induced birefringence is measured by a polarimeter. The phase difference is amplified by a Fabry-Perot cavity containing the medium. The sensitivity of this optical strain sensor is discussed, and that of the antenna is estimated.
ISSN:1559-128X
DOI:10.1364/AO.19.000382