Detection of aqueous nitro explosives using SPR sensors integrated with D-shaped optical fibers.

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Title: Detection of aqueous nitro explosives using SPR sensors integrated with D-shaped optical fibers.
Authors: Upadhyay, Abhishek1, Sharma, Gaurav2, Maurya, Rajiv2, Mishra, Ankit2, Singh, Vivek2 viveks@bhu.ac.in
Source: Journal of Russian Laser Research. Jul2026, Vol. 46 Issue 1-3, p18-27. 10p.
Subjects: Surface plasmon resonance, Explosives detection, Finite element method, Optical fiber detectors, Optical fibers
Abstract: This study presents an optimization and simulation of a surface plasmon resonance-based optical fiber sensor with a D-shaped configuration, for the precise detection of aqueous nitro explosive. The proposed sensor undergoes simulation and analysis using finite element techniques. Optimization of the Au layer thickness, with a 30 nm layer identified for maximum SPR curve reflection, Subsequently, a polyaniline layer was applied to enable selective detection. Varying sample concentrations interact uniquely with the polyaniline sensing surface, as concentration increases, the SPR dip shifts toward longer wavelengths like red-shift in the spectra. Simulating sensor lengths ranging from 1 to 5 mm provides valuable insights into sensor responses, showing improved detection accuracy and figure of merit as the sensor length decreases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:This study presents an optimization and simulation of a surface plasmon resonance-based optical fiber sensor with a D-shaped configuration, for the precise detection of aqueous nitro explosive. The proposed sensor undergoes simulation and analysis using finite element techniques. Optimization of the Au layer thickness, with a 30 nm layer identified for maximum SPR curve reflection, Subsequently, a polyaniline layer was applied to enable selective detection. Varying sample concentrations interact uniquely with the polyaniline sensing surface, as concentration increases, the SPR dip shifts toward longer wavelengths like red-shift in the spectra. Simulating sensor lengths ranging from 1 to 5 mm provides valuable insights into sensor responses, showing improved detection accuracy and figure of merit as the sensor length decreases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:10712836
DOI:10.1007/s10946-025-10252-7