A far-field-viewing sensor for making analytical measurements in remote locations

Anal Chem. 1999 Jul 15;71(14):2766-73. doi: 10.1021/ac990085q.

Abstract

We demonstrate a far-field-viewing GRINscope sensor for making analytical measurements in remote locations. The GRINscope was fabricated by permanently affixing a micro-Gradient index (GRIN) lens on the distal face of a 350-micron-diameter optical imaging fiber. The GRINscope can obtain both chemical and visual information. In one application, a thin, pH-sensitive polymer layer was immobilized on the distal end of the GRINscope. The ability of the GRINscope to visually image its far-field surroundings and concurrently detect pH changes in a flowing stream was demonstrated. In a different application, the GRINscope was used to image pH- and O2-sensitive particles on a remote substrate and simultaneously measure their fluorescence intensity in response to pH or pO2 changes.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Chemistry Techniques, Analytical*
  • Fiber Optic Technology*
  • Polymers

Substances

  • Polymers