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    Area of Science:

    • Materials Science
    • Condensed Matter Physics
    • Optoelectronics

    Background:

    • Vanadium dioxide (VO2) exhibits a thermal phase transition with significant property changes.
    • Optical pumping can also induce this phase transition, a phenomenon explored experimentally.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a theoretical framework for VO2 phase transitions induced by optical pumping.
    • To self-consistently solve electromagnetic and thermodynamic problems using a multiphysics approach for thermally mediated transitions.

    Main Methods:

    • A multiphysics approach was employed.
    • Self-consistent solution of electromagnetic and thermodynamic problems.
    • Analysis focused on continuous-wave optical pumping.

    Main Results:

    • The theoretical framework provides insights into the optical phase transition process in VO2.
    • It explains experimental observations such as bistability.
    • Demonstrates the potential for ultrahigh nonlinearity, converting dielectric to plasmonic material.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed model aids in understanding optically induced phase transitions in VO2.
    • It highlights the material's potential for advanced applications in nonlinear metatronics.