A Simple and Compact Passive Resonant Fiber Optic Gyroscope by Using Non-Reciprocal Polarization Techniques

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Main Authors: Akcaalan, Onder, Akcaalan, Melike Gumus
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author Akcaalan, Onder
Akcaalan, Melike Gumus
author_facet Akcaalan, Onder
Akcaalan, Melike Gumus
contents We present a novel passive resonant fiber-optic gyroscope (RFOG) design that achieves two true quadrature points at $π/2 $ and $3π/2$, enabling angular rotation measurement with maximum sensitivity. The use of a broadband light source, as demonstrated in previous studies, eliminates the need for precise frequency locking, while the resonant enhancement allows high sensitivity with significantly shorter fiber lengths. Building on this approach, the present work integrates a Non-Reciprocal Polarization Dependent Phase Shifter (NRPPS) into the broadband RFOG configuration, called NRPPS-RFOG, enabling truly passive operation without the need for active modulation-demodulation. Theoretical analysis demonstrates that the coupling ratio and NRPPS phase shift critically influence both sensitivity and linearity. An additional NRPPS section extends the measurable angular rotation range, addressing limitations arising from long fiber loops. The proposed design combines compactness, high performance, and low complexity, offering a practical path toward navigation grade RFOGs. These results highlight the potential of passive NRPPS-RFOGs for cost-effective, high-precision rotational sensing in demanding applications.
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spellingShingle A Simple and Compact Passive Resonant Fiber Optic Gyroscope by Using Non-Reciprocal Polarization Techniques
Akcaalan, Onder
Akcaalan, Melike Gumus
Optics
We present a novel passive resonant fiber-optic gyroscope (RFOG) design that achieves two true quadrature points at $π/2 $ and $3π/2$, enabling angular rotation measurement with maximum sensitivity. The use of a broadband light source, as demonstrated in previous studies, eliminates the need for precise frequency locking, while the resonant enhancement allows high sensitivity with significantly shorter fiber lengths. Building on this approach, the present work integrates a Non-Reciprocal Polarization Dependent Phase Shifter (NRPPS) into the broadband RFOG configuration, called NRPPS-RFOG, enabling truly passive operation without the need for active modulation-demodulation. Theoretical analysis demonstrates that the coupling ratio and NRPPS phase shift critically influence both sensitivity and linearity. An additional NRPPS section extends the measurable angular rotation range, addressing limitations arising from long fiber loops. The proposed design combines compactness, high performance, and low complexity, offering a practical path toward navigation grade RFOGs. These results highlight the potential of passive NRPPS-RFOGs for cost-effective, high-precision rotational sensing in demanding applications.
title A Simple and Compact Passive Resonant Fiber Optic Gyroscope by Using Non-Reciprocal Polarization Techniques
topic Optics
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.19139