Spectral analysis of resonant transmission of light through a single sub-wavelength slit.
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We analyze the spectral properties of resonant transmission of light through a sub-wavelength slit in a metal film. We show that the enhanced transmission can be understood in terms of interfering surface-wave-like modes propagating in the slit. We characterize the effect of geometrical and material properties of the slit on the transmission spectrum. Furthermore, we show that the wavelength of the transmission resonance strongly depends on the surrounding medium. This effect may be utilized in sensors, imaging, and the detection of, e.g. biomolecules.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Optics express
دوره 12 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2004