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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Two-dimensional (2D) layered germanium arsenide (GeAs) exhibits significant in-plane anisotropy.
  • GeAs shows potential for photonic and optoelectronic applications, including photodetection and electronics.
  • The nonlinear optical properties of 2D GeAs remain largely unexplored.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the intrinsic nonlinear optical properties of 2D layered GeAs.
  • To explore thickness- and polarization-dependent third-harmonic generation (THG) in GeAs.
  • To determine optimal GeAs flake thickness for high THG conversion efficiency.

Main Methods:

  • Mechanically exfoliated thin GeAs flakes were used for experiments.
  • Thickness- and incident polarization-dependent THG measurements were performed.
  • Stokes parameters were analyzed to characterize the polarization of the emitted THG signal.

Main Results:

  • Anisotropic third-harmonic generation (THG) was observed in 2D GeAs flakes.
  • The THG conversion efficiency was found to be dependent on flake thickness and incident polarization.
  • Optimal thickness ranges for high THG efficiency were identified.
  • Control over the intensity and polarization of TH emission was demonstrated.

Conclusions:

  • This study reveals the intrinsic nonlinear optical properties of 2D GeAs.
  • The findings highlight GeAs as a promising material for anisotropic optical devices.
  • Results pave the way for advancements in photonic integration, optical communication, and information processing.