Hybrid carbon nanotube-liquid crystal nanophotonic devices

T. Wilkinson, H. Butt

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Abstract

This chapter discusses the background knowledge and provides a literature review of carbon-nanotubes-based metamaterials and other nanophotonic devices we present in the chapter. The materials properties of carbon nanotubes are discussed, along with their possible application in producing metamaterials which display artificial optical properties. A detailed analysis of different types of metamaterials is presented, along with their theory and applications. The utilization of silicon nanopillars for producing photonic crystals and the enhanced reflection effects are discussed. Lastly, the theoretical background and designing of carbon nanotube forests-based Fresnel lenses are presented.

Original languageBritish English
Title of host publicationCarbon Nanotubes and Graphene for Photonic Applications
PublisherElsevier Ltd
Pages319-345
Number of pages27
ISBN (Print)9780857094179
DOIs
StatePublished - 2013

Keywords

  • Carbon nanotubes
  • Liquid crystals
  • Metamaterials
  • Nanophotonics
  • Photonic band gap

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