Fundamental Limits of Nonlinear Optical Effects for Metalens Design with High Index Optical Materials
Abstract
This report was developed under DARPA contract number FA8650-20-C-7019. Triton Systems in collaboration of Material Alchemy, Yale University and Vanderbilt University explored the underlying physics behind a materials refractive index within optical frequencies. Our multipronged approach searched for fundamental limits of arbitrary materials to determine the upper bounds of refractive indices based on their materials properties to aid in future materials design. We compiled an extensive literature data from different materials classes to develop trends that relate a materials high refractive index to its structure, composition, and various parameters. From these trends, we employed Ab-initio simulations of previously unexplored materials to uncover possible high refractive indices for optical frequencies. We studied synthesis methods for high refractive index materials to probe large scale synthesis routes for future optical components.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 29, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1154169
Entities
People
- Baris Unal