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    • Optics and Photonics
    • Theoretical Physics

    Background:

    • Vector optical fields (VOFs) exhibit complex intensity, phase, and polarization distributions when tightly focused.
    • Understanding and predicting these distributions is crucial for advanced optical applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a theoretical framework based on mirror symmetry for analyzing tightly focused VOFs.
    • To demonstrate the engineering of VOFs with specific polarization states for controlled focal plane distributions.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing mirror symmetry principles to analyze the transformation of VOFs during tight focusing.
    • Extending the analysis to various polarization states and focusing conditions.
    • Redesigning incident VOF polarization based on symmetry predictions.

    Main Results:

    • The mirror symmetry analysis accurately predicts and explains symmetry in focused VOFs.
    • Demonstrated control over focal plane field distributions for eccentric cylindrical and radially variant polarization VOFs.
    • Successfully applied the symmetry analysis to laser fabrication, showcasing practical utility.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed theoretical analysis enhances calculation efficiency and provides novel insights into tight focusing.
    • Offers a versatile method for engineering focal plane field distributions.
    • Potential applications include laser fabrication, optical trapping, and optical storage requiring precise field control.