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Sagnac-witnessed laser deflection is an ultra-sensitive acoustic detector

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Laser-deflection-based acoustic sensing is known for high bandwidth but low sensitivity. By embedding the sensing laser within a Sagnac interferometer and incorporating split-beam detection-originally developed for optical trapping microscopy-we demonstrate sensitive acoustic detection in air with a 2 MHz bandwidth. In a direct comparison, our method far-exceeds performance metrics of a state-of-the-art, commercially-available, high-bandwidth microphone. In upcoming large-volume-bubble-chamber searches for dark matter, our method could replace traditional acoustic sensors confined to the chamber's exterior where signals are weakest.

Source: Optics Express

DOI: 10.1364/oe.530768

Authors: Logan E. Hillberry, Zachary I. E. Morrison, Ryan J. Schlimme, Mark G. Raizen

Language: English

Topic: Geophysics and Sensor Technology

Subfield: Ocean Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,270

Funder: Novo Nordisk Fonden

Award: G4342247110