Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Group Polarization01:01

Group Polarization

39.2K
Group polarization is the strengthening of an original group attitude following the discussion of views within a group (Teger & Pruitt, 1967). That is, if a group initially favors a viewpoint, after discussion the group consensus is likely a stronger endorsement of the viewpoint. Conversely, if the group was initially opposed to a viewpoint, group discussion would likely lead to stronger opposition.
39.2K
Molecular Shape and Polarity03:37

Molecular Shape and Polarity

75.4K
Dipole Moment of a Molecule
75.4K
Beams01:30

Beams

1.8K
Beams are integral components of structural engineering and construction, designed to support loads applied at various points along their length. These long, straight members can be classified based on geometry, cross-section, support type, and equilibrium condition.
Based on geometry, beams can be straight, tapered, or curved. Straight beams are the most common type and have a constant cross-section throughout their length. Tapered beams, on the other hand, have a varying cross-section along...
1.8K
Deflection of a Beam01:19

Deflection of a Beam

715
Accurately determining beam deflection and slope under various loading conditions in structural engineering is crucial for ensuring safety and structural integrity. Singularity functions offer a streamlined approach to analyzing beams, especially when multiple loading functions complicate the bending moment equation.
Singularity functions, described in an earlier lesson, are powerful mathematical tools that represent discontinuities within a function commonly encountered in structural loading...
715
Prismatic Beams: Problem Solving01:15

Prismatic Beams: Problem Solving

452
In the design of a supported timber beam subjected to a distributed load, both the beam's physical dimensions and the timber's characteristics, such as its grade and species, are critical. These factors determine the allowable stress values, which are crucial for calculating the necessary beam depth to ensure structural integrity and safety.
The design begins with analyzing the beam as a free body to identify moments and force balances, thereby determining support reactions. Next, the...
452
Principal Stresses in a Beam01:11

Principal Stresses in a Beam

713
In prismatic beams subject to arbitrary transverse loading, It is essential to analyze the interaction between shear forces and bending moments in order to understand stress distribution and ensure structural integrity. The highest normal or bending stress occurs at the outer fibers of the beam, decreasing linearly to zero at the neutral axis. In contrast, shear stress peaks at the neutral axis and diminishes toward the outer surfaces.
Analyzing principal stresses is crucial, especially in...
713

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Exercise intention, positive body image, and mental health and well-being among elite young adult athletes in china: a network analysis incorporating gender differences.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

Spin-State Engineering in 2D Metal-Organic Frameworks for Ultrasensitive Room-Temperature Ammonia Sensing.

ACS sensors·2026
Same author

Bridging nanocellulose and biological responses through protein corona complexes.

International journal of biological macromolecules·2026
Same author

Drastically magnetically tuned coupling strength and nonlinearity in CrSBr exciton-polaritons.

Light, science & applications·2026
Same author

Febrile neutropenia adversely affects chemomobilization outcomes in patients with multiple myeloma and increases risk for post-transplant infection in those with lymphoma: real-world multicenter data.

Blood science (Baltimore, Md.)·2026
Same author

Aptamer-Functionalized Liposome Delivery System Based on Multifunctional Microreactor Design.

ACS applied materials & interfaces·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 27, 2026

Shaping the Amplitude and Phase of Laser Beams by Using a Phase-only Spatial Light Modulator
08:39

Shaping the Amplitude and Phase of Laser Beams by Using a Phase-only Spatial Light Modulator

Published on: January 28, 2019

10.4K

Omnidirectional polarization beam splitter for white light.

Zhida Liu, Jiaqi Guo, Boyang Tian

    Optics Express
    |March 17, 2019
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Researchers developed a novel polarizing beam splitter using anisotropic metamaterials. This device achieves broadband, omnidirectional polarization splitting with zero energy loss for white light, enabling perfect reflection and transmission.

    More Related Videos

    Automation of Mode Locking in a Nonlinear Polarization Rotation Fiber Laser through Output Polarization Measurements
    14:18

    Automation of Mode Locking in a Nonlinear Polarization Rotation Fiber Laser through Output Polarization Measurements

    Published on: February 28, 2016

    11.9K
    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference
    07:56

    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference

    Published on: September 5, 2019

    8.9K

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Jan 27, 2026

    Shaping the Amplitude and Phase of Laser Beams by Using a Phase-only Spatial Light Modulator
    08:39

    Shaping the Amplitude and Phase of Laser Beams by Using a Phase-only Spatial Light Modulator

    Published on: January 28, 2019

    10.4K
    Automation of Mode Locking in a Nonlinear Polarization Rotation Fiber Laser through Output Polarization Measurements
    14:18

    Automation of Mode Locking in a Nonlinear Polarization Rotation Fiber Laser through Output Polarization Measurements

    Published on: February 28, 2016

    11.9K
    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference
    07:56

    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference

    Published on: September 5, 2019

    8.9K

    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Materials Science
    • Electromagnetism

    Background:

    • Polarization beam splitters are crucial components in various optical systems.
    • Existing devices often lack broadband and omnidirectional capabilities, limiting their applications.
    • The demand for efficient, loss-less polarization control across wide frequency and angle ranges is significant.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To theoretically design a perfect polarizing beam splitter.
    • To achieve broadband and omnidirectional operation without energy loss.
    • To utilize anisotropic metamaterials for advanced optical functionalities.

    Main Methods:

    • Theoretical design based on the properties of anisotropic metamaterials.
    • Analysis of electromagnetic wave interaction with the designed metamaterial structure.
    • Simulation of polarization splitting for transverse magnetic (TM) and transverse electric (TE) components.

    Main Results:

    • A novel polarizing beam splitter design is proposed.
    • The device demonstrates perfect polarization splitting across extremely broad frequency and angle bands.
    • Transverse magnetic-polarized light undergoes total reflection, while transverse electric-polarized light is completely transmitted for white light within [-90°, 90°] incident angles.

    Conclusions:

    • The theoretical design offers a new pathway for creating highly efficient polarizing beam splitters.
    • Anisotropic metamaterials are shown to be effective for achieving broadband and omnidirectional polarization control.
    • This work has the potential to advance the development and application of metamaterial-based optical devices.