Magneto-optical sensors

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2007-10-02

2007-10-02

Lee, Hwa (Andrew) (Department: 2886)

Optics: measuring and testing

By light interference

Using fiber or waveguide interferometer

C356S478000, C356S461000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11010530

ABSTRACT:
A system for estimating a parameter selected from the group consisting of a current, a magnetic field, or combinations thereof comprises a resonant frequency tunable magneto-optical loop resonator, wherein the loop resonator comprises a magneto-optical sensing element coupled to an optical waveguide, and wherein the loop resonator is configured for receiving an originating optical signal from a broadband light source and providing a modulated signal indicative of the estimated parameter.

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