Dr. Tao Wei Profile

Dr. Tao Wei

Associate Professor at Univ of Rhode Island

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Publications (26)

Proceedings Article | 7 September 2021 Paper

Highly reconfigurable and integrated optical time-domain reflectometer featuring high spatial resolution for short-reach and long-haul networks

Thomas Mauldin, Zhenyu Xu, Zheyi Yao, Tao Wei

Proceedings Volume 11828, 1182802 (2021) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2596809

KEYWORDS: Clocks, Receivers, Reflectometry, Spatial resolution, Integrated optics, Phase shifts, Backscatter, Transmitters, System on a chip, Photons

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SPIE Journal Paper | 28 January 2019

Self-adaptive method for performance enhancement of sweep-velocity-locked lasers

Zheyi Yao, Gerald Hefferman, Kan Ren, Tao Wei

OE, Vol. 58, Issue 01, 016112, (January 2019) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.58.1.016112

KEYWORDS: Control systems, Laser sources, Field programmable gate arrays, Semiconductor lasers, Clocks, Signal generators, Laser applications, LIDAR, Fiber optics sensors, Signal detection

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Proceedings Article | 10 April 2018 Presentation + Paper

Real-time in-chip phase noise characterization of digitally controlled swept laser source

Zheyi Yao, Zhen Chen, Gerald Hefferman, Tao Wei

Proceedings Volume 10598, 105982M (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2295858

KEYWORDS: Laser sources, Field programmable gate arrays, Phase measurement, Interference (communication), Signal detection, Digital signal processing, Sensors, Fiber optics sensors, Clocks, Picosecond phenomena

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Proceedings Article | 10 April 2018 Presentation + Paper

Real-time signal processing for sub-THz range grating-based distributed fiber sensing

Zheyi Yao, Gerald Hefferman, Kan Ren, Tao Wei

Proceedings Volume 10598, 105983E (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2295612

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Signal processing, Field programmable gate arrays, Computer architecture, Clocks, Reflectors, Fiber optics sensors, Filtering (signal processing), Bandpass filters, Spatial resolution

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Proceedings Article | 27 March 2018 Presentation + Paper

A distributed optical fiber sensing system for data center thermal monitoring

Zhen Chen, Shuyi Pei, Bo Tang, Gerald Hefferman, Haibo He, Qing Yang, Tao Wei

Proceedings Volume 10598, 105982E (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2285075

KEYWORDS: Temperature metrology, Sensing systems, Data centers, Fiber optics sensors, Optical fibers, Infrared sensors, Sensors, Data modeling, Spatial resolution, Data acquisition

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Proceedings Article | 27 March 2018 Paper

A high-linear sweep laser source to interrogate sub-terahertz range fiber sensors for dynamic strain sensing applications

Zhen Chen, Gerald Hefferman, Zheyi Yao, Tao Wei

Proceedings Volume 10598, 105983L (2018) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2295468

KEYWORDS: Fiber optics sensors, Laser sources, Sensing systems, Modulation, Structural health monitoring, Sensors, Laser optics, Pulsed laser operation, Digital signal processing, Reflectometry

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SPIE Journal Paper | 3 May 2017 Open Access

Field-programmable gate array-controlled sweep velocity-locked laser pulse generator

Zhen Chen, Gerald Hefferman, Tao Wei

OE, Vol. 56, Issue 05, 054102, (May 2017) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.56.5.054102

KEYWORDS: Pulsed laser operation, Sensors, Pulse generators, Clocks, Field programmable gate arrays, Modulation, Sensing systems, Phase shift keying, Laser sources, Laser applications

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Proceedings Article | 12 May 2016 Paper

A rapid demodulation method for optical carrier based microwave interferometer

Zhen Chen, Gerald Hefferman, Tao Wei

Proceedings Volume 9852, 98520U (2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2223851

KEYWORDS: Microwave radiation, Demodulation, Interferometers, Reflectors, Signal processing, Computing systems, Fourier transforms, Data processing, Sensors, Finite impulse response filters

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SPIE Journal Paper | 2 February 2016 Open Access

Terahertz-range interrogated grating-based two-axis optical fiber inclinometer

Zhen Chen, Gerald Hefferman, Lei Yuan, Yang Song, Tao Wei

OE, Vol. 55, Issue 02, 026106, (February 2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.55.2.026106

KEYWORDS: Fiber Bragg gratings, Optical fibers, Sensors, Terahertz radiation, 3D surface sensing, Single mode fibers, Three dimensional sensing, Calibration, Femtosecond phenomena, Fiber optics sensors

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Proceedings Article | 19 May 2012 Paper

Optical fiber sensor interrogation improved by active fiber loop

Tao Wei, Jie Huang, Xinwei Lan, Qun Han, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 8376, 83760E (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.919911

KEYWORDS: Zeolites, Fiber lasers, Sensors, Fiber optics sensors, Structured optical fibers, Refractive index, Chemical fiber sensors, Molecules, Bioalcohols, Signal to noise ratio

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Proceedings Article | 6 April 2012 Paper

A study on Q-factor of CCBG sensors by coupled mode theory

Songping Wu, Tao Wei, Jie Huang, Hai Xiao, Jun Fan

Proceedings Volume 8345, 834549 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.915755

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Transmission electron microscopy, Multiplexing, Structural health monitoring, Dielectrics, Fiber Bragg gratings, Physics, Sensor performance, Signal detection, Reliability

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Proceedings Article | 6 April 2012 Paper

Coaxial cable Bragg grating sensors for large strain measurement with high accuracy

Jie Huang, Tao Wei, Xinwei Lan, Jun Fan, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 8345, 83452Z (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.915035

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Fiber Bragg gratings, Structural health monitoring, Dielectrics, Wave propagation, Refractive index, Superposition, Optical fibers, Sensor performance, Physics

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Proceedings Article | 20 March 2012 Paper

Refractive-index insensitive long-period fiber gratings point-by-point inscribed by CO[sub]2[/sub] laser for fiber sensors and lasers

Qun Han, Xinwei Lan, Jie Huang, Tao Wei, Zhan Gao, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 8257, 825717 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.909105

KEYWORDS: Fiber lasers, Sensors, Temperature metrology, Single mode fibers, Carbon dioxide lasers, Fiber optics sensors, Liquids, Refractive index, Modulators, Laser applications

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Proceedings Article | 2 March 2012 Paper

High order mode long-period fiber grating refractive index sensor based on intensity measurement

Xinwei Lan, Qun Han, Jie Huang, Xia Fang, Tao Wei, Zhan Gao, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 8257, 82570J (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.909255

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Sensors, Cladding, Glucose, Wave propagation, Carbon dioxide lasers, Liquids, Demodulation, Fiber optics sensors, Phase matching

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Proceedings Article | 30 January 2012 Paper

Polymer microlens fiber probe for common path optical coherence tomography

Hai Xiao, Yinan Zhang, Edward Pienkowski, Tao Wei, Xinwei Lan

Proceedings Volume 8213, 82133I (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.911711

KEYWORDS: Optical coherence tomography, Microlens, Polymers, Adhesives, Multimode fibers, Single mode fibers, Mirrors, Polymer optical fibers, Tissues, Imaging systems

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SPIE Journal Paper | 1 June 2010

Measurement of refractive index change of optical fiber core induced by femtosecond laser scanning

Yukun Han, Tao Wei, Hai-Lung Tsai, Hai Xiao

OE, Vol. 49, Issue 06, 064301, (June 2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.3449113

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Femtosecond phenomena, Optical fibers, Pulsed laser operation, Fusion energy, Fiber lasers, Fabry–Perot interferometry, Laser energy, Laser ablation, Optical engineering

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Proceedings Article | 28 April 2010 Paper

Characteristics and application of phase-shifted long-period fiber grating fabricated by CO2 laser

Hongbiao Duan, Xinwei Lan, Tao Wei, Yinan Zhang, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 7682, 768207 (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.850189

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Cladding, Carbon dioxide lasers, Phase shifts, Temperature metrology, Signal attenuation, Water, Fiber optics sensors, Ultraviolet radiation, Optical communications

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Proceedings Article | 28 April 2010 Paper

Side-coupled optical fiber devices for sensing applications

Yinan Zhang, Xinwei Lan, Tao Wei, Hongbiao Duan, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 7682, 76820K (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.850658

KEYWORDS: Fiber couplers, Carbon dioxide lasers, Cladding, Fiber lasers, Single mode fibers, Optical fibers, Ultraviolet radiation, Fiber coupled lasers, Glasses, Sensors

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Proceedings Article | 1 April 2010 Paper

Optical fiber sensors for high temperature harsh environment applications

Hai Xiao, Tao Wei, Xinwei Lan, Yinan Zhang, Hongbiao Duan, Yukun Han, Hai-Lung Tsai

Proceedings Volume 7647, 76470U (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.847575

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Sensors, Cladding, Temperature metrology, Carbon dioxide lasers, Environmental sensing, Interferometers, Fiber optics sensors, Femtosecond phenomena, Micromachining

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2009 Paper

Study on CO2 laser irradiation-induced mode coupling for development of miniaturized interferometric sensors

Xinwei Lan, Tao Wei, Xiling Tang, Yinan Zhang, Junhang Dong, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 7322, 73220J (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.818915

KEYWORDS: Cladding, Sensors, Refractive index, Carbon dioxide lasers, Zeolites, Fiber optics sensors, Interferometers, Pulsed laser operation, Single mode fibers, Temperature metrology

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2009 Paper

Nanocrystalline Cu-doped zirconia film-coated long-period fiber grating for CO monitoring at high temperature

Xiling Tang, Jian Zhang, Junhang Dong, Tao Wei, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 7322, 73220C (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.819016

KEYWORDS: Carbon monoxide, Sensors, Coating, Polymers, Thin films, Refractive index, Polymer thin films, Zirconium dioxide, Copper, Cladding

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2009 Paper

Miniaturized fiber inline Fabry-Pérot interferometer for chemical sensing

Tao Wei, Yukun Han, Hai-Lung Tsai, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 7322, 73220F (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.818612

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Temperature metrology, Water, Femtosecond phenomena, Sensors, Biological and chemical sensing, Interferometers, Scanning electron microscopy, Fiber optics sensors, Structured optical fibers

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Proceedings Article | 30 April 2009 Paper

Fiber inline core-cladding-mode interferometer fabricated by CO2 laser irradiation

Tao Wei, Xinwei Lan, Yinan Zhang, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 7322, 732203 (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.818624

KEYWORDS: Cladding, Refractive index, Interferometers, Sensors, Carbon dioxide lasers, Signal detection, Temperature metrology, Liquids, Interfaces, Wave propagation

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Proceedings Article | 5 October 2007 Paper

Zeolite thin film-coated long-period fiber grating sensors for detection of chemical vapors with high sensitivity

Jian Zhang, Tao Wei, Hai Xiao, Junhang Dong

Proceedings Volume 6757, 67570E (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.731371

KEYWORDS: Zeolites, Sensors, Thin films, Refractive index, Crystals, Cladding, Fiber optics sensors, Chemical fiber sensors, Scanning electron microscopy, Tunable lasers

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Proceedings Article | 5 October 2007 Paper

Fabrication of long-period fiber gratings by CO2 laser irradiations for high temperature applications

Tao Wei, John Montoya, Jian Zhang, Junhang Dong, Hai Xiao

Proceedings Volume 6757, 675708 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.731372

KEYWORDS: Gas lasers, Refractive index, Carbon monoxide, Temperature metrology, Laser irradiation, Computing systems, Tolerancing, Fiber lasers, Sensors, Environmental sensing

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Proceedings Article | 3 May 2007 Paper

Highly sensitive chemical sensors by functional integration of nanoporous zeolites with photonic devices

Tao Wei, John Montoya, Hai Xiao, Jian Zhang, Hunhang Dong

Proceedings Volume 6556, 655617 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.721224

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Zeolites, Thin films, Chemical fiber sensors, Optical fibers, Refractive index, Chemical analysis, Liquids, Coating, Fiber optics sensors

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