Systematic approach to complex periodic vortex and helix lattices
Becker J, Rose P, Boguslawski M, Denz C
Research article (journal) | Peer reviewedAbstract
We present a general comprehensive framework for the description of symmetries of complex light fields, facilitating the construction of sophisticated periodic structures carrying phase dislocations. In particular, we demonstrate the derivation of all three fundamental two-dimensional vortex lattices based on vortices of triangular, quadratic, and hexagonal shape, respectively. We show that these patterns represent the foundation of complex three-dimensional lattices with outstanding helical intensity distributions which suggest valuable applications in holographic lithography. This systematic approach is substantiated by a comparative study of corresponding numerically calculated and experimentally realized complex intensity and phase distributions. (C) 2011 Optical Society of America
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Authors from the University of Münster
| Boguslawski, Martin | Professur für Angewandte Physik (Prof. Denz) |
| Denz, Cornelia | Professur für Angewandte Physik (Prof. Denz) Center for Nonlinear Science Rectorate - Vice-Rectorate for International Affairs and Junior Academics |
| Rose, Patrick | Professur für Angewandte Physik (Prof. Denz) |
Preisverleihungen erhalten für die Publikation
| Tailored Light Fields: A Novel Approach for Creating Complex Optical Traps (The most exciting peer-reviewed optics research in 2011) Awarded by: Optical Society of America, Journal "Optics and Photonics News" Award given to: Alpmann, Christina; Wördemann, Mike; Denz, Cornelia; Announced at: 15/12/2011 | Date of awarding: 15/12/2011 Type of distinction: Best publication award |