Photonfirst FBG sensor interrogators
Leading Photonics Integrated Circuits
Photonfirst is a leading supplier of FBG fibre sensor systems based on ASPIC (Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuit). These are indispensable in demanding markets such as high-tech, aviation, aerospace, medical and automotive testing industries. All systems are developed and produced by Photonfirst according to high specifications.
World records in extreme measurement applications
The application of this superior integrated photonics technology supports both new and existing measurement solutions in challenging situations. Photonfirst is at the forefront of development in the field of extreme fibre optic measurement applications, which has already achieved a number of world records.
Our model Gator FBG interrogators:
Gator - State-of-the-art basis FBG interrogator for strain sensing
The single channel Gator has a specifically designed integrated photonics functionality (patented technology) that forms the basis for all Gator series with the standard specifications with max 8 sensors that are read at 19 kHz.
SwitchedGator - Channel Multiplexed Strain Sensing
Desktop multiplexed FBG interrogator for temperature, strain sensing.
SwitchedRefGator - Channel Multiplexed Strain Sensing with internal reference
7 channel (56 sensors). Just like the SwitchedGator, but with an internal reference for drift compensation.
AeroGator - Miniature Multiplexed Strain and Temperature Sensing
Fibre sensing in aviation becomes reality thanks to Integrated Photonics. The AeroGator demonstrates great versatility, offers channel multiplexing with 8 sensors per fibre, high resolution detection, high sampling rates per channel and programmable multiplex profiles. The lightweight and small form factor makes the system unique.
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Typical applications for FBG – Interrogators:
Basically all applications in which strain, temperature fluctuation, bending and vibration must be measured, including 3D shape changes. A few specific examples:
Air- and space travel (off the shelf)
With the introduction of new lightweight composite materials in the aerospace industry, the need to monitor fuselage, wing and rotating aircraft components with a 'nervous system' becomes more important than ever. The insight into use and load can be used for structural health monitoring SHM.
Mobility (Automotive, shipping)
The demand for more data in testing and use is increasing hand in hand. Fibre optic measurement systems offer a unique multi-parameter approach (temperature, strain, shape, etc.). With a glass fibre as thin as a hair, they can be used in almost all circumstances (high temperature, vibrations in a lab environment and also during use. Photonfirst supplies this solution, with small lightweight glass fibre sensors in combination with a compact, robust data acquisition system.
Medical
The main reasons for using Fibre Bragg Grating technology in medical applications instead of conventional methods are that FBGs and fibres are very small, robust, easy to clean and flexible. The fibres are suitable for demanding environments such as in the body, since they are intrinsically safe. These sensors and systems are ideal for accurate measurements of force, temperature, pressure and shape, for example for minimally invasive surgery.
Civil (bridges, windmills, oil and gas)
Here too you can imagine that elongation, vibration and 3D shape changes must be measured. A fibre optic system that can cover long distances and yet accurately measure, which can furthermore be built into cable ducts or into the material itself, will work well here.
Lifesciences
Photonfirst has carried out various development processes for clients in the field of life sciences. These have resulted in the delivery of a ready-made prototype or products assembled in series at Photonfirst.
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