Hermaphroditic liquid-crystal microlens.
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چکیده
We demonstrate a flat microlens that exhibits hermaphroditic focusing properties. When the input polarization is parallel (perpendicular) to the liquid-crystal directors, the lens exhibits a positive (negative) focal length. To select the proper polarization, we could rotate the polarizer (or the lens) mechanically or by use of an electrically controlled twisted nematic liquid-crystal cell. Details of the lens structure and of the device's fabrication and performance are described.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Optics letters
دوره 30 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005