Porous Optical Composites,
Abstract
Previous studies have shown that sol-gel matrices are excellent low temperature hosts for various optically-active materials, both organic and inorganic. Optical properties of these composites depend upon such factors as the structure of the matrix and size, shape, and degree of dispersion of the optically-active phase. We discuss factors that control the shrinkage and clarity of silicate aerogel host matrices and report on novel composites in which the optical properties are controlled by solid-vapor and/or solid-liquid reactions within the host matrix.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADP006427
Entities
People
- C. J. Brinker
- C. S. Ashley
- R. J. Walko
- S. T. Reed
Organizations
- Sandia National Laboratories