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  • 1Nonlinear Physics Centre and Centre for Ultrahigh-bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems (CUDOS), Research School of Physics and Engineering, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 0200, Australia. wli124@physics.anu.edu.au

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We show how to control plasmonic Airy beams using wedged structures. This allows for precise steering of light beams, enabling new optical manipulation possibilities.

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Area of Science:

  • Optics and Photonics
  • Plasmonics
  • Nanophotonics

Background:

  • Plasmonic Airy beams exhibit unique self-accelerating and self-healing properties.
  • Controlling the trajectory of plasmonic beams is crucial for advanced optical applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate the efficient manipulation of plasmonic Airy beams.
  • To explore the use of linear optical potentials for beam steering.
  • To investigate the effect of structural parameters on beam behavior.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical modeling of plasmonic Airy beam propagation.
  • Numerical simulations of beam dynamics in optical potentials.
  • Fabrication and characterization of wedged metal-dielectric-metal structures.

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Main Results:

  • Demonstrated acceleration, compensation, and reversal of plasmonic Airy beam self-deflection.
  • Preserved self-healing properties of the beams during manipulation.
  • Achieved wavelength-dependent routing of Airy plasmons in linear potentials.

Conclusions:

  • Linear optical potentials in wedged structures offer effective control over plasmonic Airy beams.
  • The findings open new avenues for optical steering and manipulation applications.
  • This work advances the understanding and application of structured light in nanophotonics.