Ytterbium-based fluorescence decay time fiber optic temperature sensor systems

A series of different Yb-doped fibers has been investigated to determine their potential for use as the active elements in fluorescence–lifetime based thermometry, over a wide range from room temperature to 700 °C. Heat treatment (“annealing”) has been shown to be necessary in practical applications to achieve consistent and reproducible calibration curves, each of which is consistent with the results of a simple two level model. Each sample studied was found to possess unique sensitivity characteristics, enabling an optimized selection for specific applications. The response of the thermometer and the error in the measurement was found to be, at <±5 °C, consistent with the stability of the calibrated oven used.

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