Chemical and biological detectors using ultra-high-Q microresonators

Andrea M. Armani; Kerry J. Vahala

doi:10.1117/12.691122

18 October 2006 Chemical and biological detectors using ultra-high-Q microresonators

Andrea M. Armani, Kerry J. Vahala

Proceedings Volume 6376, Optomechatronic Micro/Nano Devices and Components II; 637606 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.691122
Event: Optics East 2006, 2006, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Abstract

Recently, a method for fabricating planar arrays of optical microtoroid resonators with quality factors greater than 500 million was developed. These devices have previously demonstrated Raman and OPO lasing and radiation pressure induced oscillations. When immersed in an aqueous environment, these devices are able to maintain their ultra-high Q factors by operating in the visible wavelength band, enabling very sensitive chemical and biological detection. The fabrication and optical properties of these devices will be described. These devices have performed both chemical and biological detection. Systems which have been detected include D₂O in water and a variety of biological molecules. Sensitivity limits will also be discussed.

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Andrea M. Armani and Kerry J. Vahala "Chemical and biological detectors using ultra-high-Q microresonators", Proc. SPIE 6376, Optomechatronic Micro/Nano Devices and Components II, 637606 (18 October 2006); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.691122

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