Cubic Nonlinearity of Transition Metal Dichalcogenides in Atomic Layers for Defense Applications

Abstract

The objectives of proposed project include: 1) to investigate the cubic nonlinearity of bare MX2 atomic bilayers, homo-/hetero-structures, and field emission transistors (FETs) with electrically-controlled neutral and charged excitons through the backgate for DoD’s nonlinear photonic applications, that will greatly enhance the nonlinear optical science and engineering programs; 2) to train the number of graduate and undergraduate students in emerging technologies related to advanced 2D atomic layers for photonic defense applications; and 3) to strengthen the pipeline of good students pursuing advanced degrees in science and technology through outreach activities involving local and regional schools. The proposed works will be completed within the institution with a principal investigator, a postdoctoral associate, and student participations.

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Feb 12, 2016
Source ID
W911NF1510535

Entities

People

  • Felix Sao

Organizations

  • Army Contracting Command
  • Hampton University
  • Office of the Secretary of Defense

Tags

Readers

  • Defense Technology Research and Development.
  • Quantum Dot Semiconductor Device Photonics and Graphene Optoelectronic Materials and THz Physics.
  • STEM Education

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Graphene