Evanescent wave interactions with nanoparticles on optical fiber modulate side emission of germicidal ultraviolet light
Zhe Zhao, Mariana Lanzarini-Lopes, Emma Westerhoff, Xiangxing Long, Hojung Rho, Yuqiang Bi, Li Ling, Paul Westerhoff
Abstract
Silica nanoparticle coating on quartz optical fiber facilitates side-emission of germicidal ultraviolet light (UV-C), which shows promise for disinfection of contaminated air, water, and surfaces.
Topics & Concepts
UltravioletMaterials scienceNanoparticleOptical fiberCoatingUltraviolet lightEvanescent waveFiberQuartzOptoelectronicsUltraviolet radiationOpticsNanotechnologyChemistryComposite materialPhysicsRadiochemistryPhotodynamic Therapy Research StudiesAdvanced Fiber Optic SensorsLuminescence and Fluorescent Materials