Nonlinear complex photonic structures

Boguslawski M., Rose P., Diebel F., Brake S., Denz C.

Abstract

We introduce a new induction approach based on liquid crystal spatial light modulators that allows generation of arbitrary lattice structures. In this context, we demonstrate formation of complex nondiffracting photonic lattices, structures and superlattices. Our technique additionally enables an intuitive way of randomization, offering the necessary conditions for Anderson localization. We further use the high nonlinear response of these systems to experimentally demonstrate soliton oscillations in a parabolic potential landscape. © 2013 IEEE.