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Reduced scattering-matrix algorithm for high-density plasmonic structures.

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  • 1Laboratoire de Photonique et de Nanostructures (LPN-CNRS), Route de Nozay, 91460 Marcoussis, France.

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This study introduces an efficient method for computing S-matrix interface terms using eigenmodes, significantly reducing computational cost. The B-spline modal method further enhances this efficiency, especially for complex plasmonic structures.

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Area of Science:

  • Computational electromagnetics
  • Nanophotonics
  • Plasmonics

Background:

  • Calculating S-matrix interface terms is crucial for analyzing complex electromagnetic structures.
  • Existing methods can be computationally intensive, especially for high-density structures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel, computationally efficient method for calculating S-matrix interface terms.
  • To demonstrate the effectiveness of this method, particularly with the B-spline modal approach.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing a selection of eigenmodes to compute S-matrix interface terms.
  • Developing expressions that reduce the computational cost associated with rectangular eigenmode matrices.
  • Applying the B-spline modal method for further computational savings on sparse matrices.

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Main Results:

  • Achieved significant reduction in computation cost for S-matrix interface terms.
  • Demonstrated further computational efficiency using the B-spline modal method.
  • Validated the convergence and accuracy of the method on a high-density plasmonic structure.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed eigenmode-based method offers a computationally efficient alternative for S-matrix calculations.
  • The B-spline modal method provides superior performance for sparse matrix computations in this context.
  • This approach is well-suited for analyzing advanced plasmonic devices.