Fundamental Study of Lens-Embedded Spatially-Variant Photonic Crystals
Abstract
The objective of this project is to generate proof-of-concept that a new form of bio-inspired optical device called a Lens-Embedded Spatially-Variant Photonic Crystals (LE-SVPCs) can be used to control the propagation of light. The performing institution will collaborate with a Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) within the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop designs for LE-SVPCs. The targeted LE-SVPCs will be fabricated and optically characterized. Data resulting from optical and structural characterization will be analyzed to generate new fundamental understanding of how LE-SVPCs and related devices can be engineered to create new integrated photonic devices for controlling light. The impact is that scientists and engineers across DoD and beyond will be able to use fundamental understanding of LE-SVPCs to design their own devices for novel forms of light and signal control, energy harvesting, imaging, and sensing, with unprecedented control and capability.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 22, 2019
- Source ID
- FA86511910003
Entities
People
- Stephen Kuebler
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory
- United States Air Force
- University of Central Florida