Custom UW-FBG Fiber Optic Sensing Systems for Research & Engineering
Fully customizable UW-FBG and uwDAS configurations for scientific research, specialized laboratory setups, and novel fiber optic sensing applications — from sub-millimeter OFDR sensing to multi-physics co-sensing platforms.
Industry Challenge
Scientific research and specialized laboratory applications demand sensing solutions that commercially available off-the-shelf systems cannot provide. Researchers in structural mechanics, geophysics, material science, and aerospace require custom sensor geometries, non-standard wavelength ranges, unconventional interrogation configurations, and specialized data processing pipelines that standard monitoring products do not support.
Novel fiber optic sensing applications — from quantum sensing to biomedical diagnostics to extreme environment monitoring — push the boundaries of what is possible with UW-FBG and uwDAS technology. Each research project presents unique requirements: sub-millimeter spatial resolution, femtometer wavelength stability, multi-physics co-sensing, or integration with existing experimental apparatus. Ray-Sensor's flexible platform and engineering expertise make us the ideal partner for researchers seeking custom fiber sensing solutions.
Monitoring Objectives
Target measurement parameters, performance specifications, and sensing methods for custom uw-fbg fiber optic sensing systems for research monitoring.
| Parameter | Target Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Sensor Geometry | Non-standard UW-FBG array pitch, length, and packaging | Customer-defined FBG design and fabrication |
| Specialized Wavelength Range | C-band, L-band, or custom λ ranges for application-specific needs | Tunable or fixed-wavelength interrogation |
| Multi-Physics Co-Sensing | Simultaneous strain + temperature + acoustic + pressure sensing | Hybrid UW-FBG + uwDAS + DTS integration |
| High-Frequency Acquisition | Sampling rates up to 100 kHz for dynamic experiments | High-speed uwDAS interrogation mode |
| Sub-mm Spatial Resolution | Spatial resolution down to 1 mm for precision measurements | OFDR-based UW-FBG readout (optical frequency domain reflectometry) |
| Data Pipeline Customization | Custom algorithms, APIs, and export formats for research workflows | Ray-Sensor API + custom Python/MATLAB integration |
System Architecture
The research sensing system is designed for maximum flexibility and precision. At its core is a programmable RS-series interrogator supporting UW-FBG, uwDAS, and UW-DTS modalities with user-configurable parameters — wavelength range, sampling rate, spatial resolution, and trigger modes. Custom UW-FBG arrays are designed and fabricated to the researcher's exact specifications at our engineering facility, with grating spacing down to 0.2 m and reflectivity tuned to application requirements. The system supports OFDR-based UW-FBG readout achieving sub-mm spatial resolution, and high-speed uwDAS acquisition at up to 100 kHz for dynamic structural experiments. Data outputs include real-time streaming via Ethernet/USB, local storage in HDF5/CSV formats, and REST API access for integration with Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW. Ray-Sensor provides full engineering support for custom packaging, calibration, and deployment in specialized environments — from cryogenic chambers to high-pressure autoclaves.
Typical Deployment
Field deployment steps for a complete custom UW-FBG Fiber Optic Sensing Systems for Research & Engineering system.
- Custom UW-FBG arrays fabricated to specification (array pitch, wavelength, coating, connector type)
- Programmable RS-series interrogator configured for research-specific acquisition parameters
- Custom sensor packaging for specialized environments (cryogenic, high-temp, high-pressure, corrosive)
- Calibration services with NIST-traceable reference standards
- Ray-Sensor platform with API access for custom data pipeline integration
- On-site or remote engineering support for integration and commissioning
- Ongoing technical collaboration for novel sensing applications and publication support
Customer Value
Key benefits delivered by Ray-Sensor's custom UW-FBG Fiber Optic Sensing Systems for Research & Engineering solution.
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