Publications & Whitepapers

Research

BROADSONIC technology is built on a foundation of peer-reviewed research. Explore our publications spanning acoustics, photonics, and applied sensing.

Peer-Reviewed

Publications

Non-Contact Characterization of Plates Using a Turbulent Air-Jet Source and an Ultrasound Microphone

MDPI NDT · 2026

Demonstrates non-contact plate characterization using a turbulent air-jet excitation source paired with an optical ultrasound microphone, relevant to non-destructive testing applications.

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Characterization of Micro-Scale Gas Leaks Using an Optomechanical Ultrasound Sensor

Journal of the Acoustical Society of America (JASA) · 2025

Demonstrates detection and spatial localization of micro-scale gas leaks using the BROADSONIC optical ultrasonic sensor. Validates ultrasonic leak detection methodology for industrial deployment.

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Resonant Ultrasound Spectroscopy Detection Using a Non-Contact Ultrasound Microphone

MDPI Sensors · 2025

Applies resonant ultrasound spectroscopy using a non-contact optical microphone, enabling material characterization without physical coupling to the test sample.

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Coupling the Thermal Acoustic Modes of a Bubble to an Optomechanical Sensor

Nature Microsystems & Nanoengineering · 2024

Demonstrates optical detection of individual bubble acoustic modes using Fabry-Perot interferometry. Directly relevant to cavitation monitoring in ultrasonic cleaning applications.

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Air-Coupled Ultrasound Using Broadband Shock Waves from Piezoelectric Spark Igniters

Applied Physics Letters · 2024

Characterizes broadband shock wave generation from piezoelectric spark igniters and their detection using optical ultrasonic sensing. Forms the academic basis for the partial discharge detection demonstration.

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Spectroscopy of Substrate Thermal Vibrational Modes Using an Optomechanical Sensor

Optical Materials Express · 2024

Characterizes substrate thermal vibrational modes using optomechanical sensing, providing insight into the fundamental mechanical properties measurable with the sensor platform.

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All-Optical, Air-Coupled Ultrasonic Detection of Low-Pressure Gas Leaks and Observation of Jet Tones in the MHz Range

MDPI Sensors · 2023

First published demonstration of optical air-coupled ultrasonic gas leak detection. Establishes the fundamental sensing methodology used in BROADSONIC for leak detection applications.

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Ultrasound Sensing at Thermomechanical Limits with Optomechanical Buckled-Dome Microcavities

Optics Express · 2023

Describes the buckled-dome microcavity sensor architecture that enables BROADSONIC's exceptional bandwidth and sensitivity. Core technology paper underlying the sensor design.

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Ultrasonic Spectroscopy of Sessile Droplets Coupled to Optomechanical Sensors

RSC Lab on a Chip · 2023

Explores ultrasonic spectroscopy of sessile droplets using optomechanical sensor coupling, demonstrating the sensor's capability for precision fluid characterization.

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Observation of Thermal Acoustic Modes of a Droplet Coupled to an Optomechanical Sensor

Applied Physics Letters · Editor's Pick · 2023

Observes thermal acoustic modes of individual droplets coupled to an optomechanical sensor, demonstrating ultra-sensitive acoustic detection at microscale.

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Application Notes

Whitepapers

Non-Contact Acoustic Characterization of Magnetic Components

Whitepaper · March 2026

Explores the use of BROADSONIC for non-contact acoustic characterization of magnetic components in electrical infrastructure. Demonstrates acoustic signature analysis for condition monitoring of transformers and inductors.

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Ultrasonic Gas Leak Detection Using BROADSONIC Optical Ultrasonic Sensing

Whitepaper

Comprehensive overview of the BROADSONIC approach to ultrasonic gas leak detection. Covers detection methodology, field deployment considerations, and performance characterization in industrial environments.

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