Photonic Crystals: Optical Properties, Fabrication & Applications

Explore the fundamental science of light control with Photonic Crystals: Optical Properties, Fabrication & Applications. This comprehensive text examines periodic optical nanostructures designed to affect photon motion, much like semiconductor crystals affect electrons. By studying these structures, readers gain insight into how photonic crystals occur in nature and how they have been analyzed by scientists for the last century. The book provides a deep look at these attractive optical materials and their ability to control and manipulate light flow. From one-dimensional photonic crystals used in thin-film optics to advanced applications in high and low reflection coatings for lenses and mirrors, this volume covers essential ground in nanotechnology science and technology. It is a vital resource for those studying materials science and the engineering of optical nanostructures.