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Submillisecond-Response Polymer Network Liquid Crystal Phase Modulators.

Yannanqi Li¹, Zhiyong Yang¹, Ran Chen²

¹College of Optics and Photonics, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32816, USA.

|December 3, 2020

Summary

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We developed a novel polymer-network liquid crystal (PNLC) for infrared spatial light modulators, achieving submillisecond response times and eliminating light scattering. This new material offers superior performance for advanced optical applications.

Keywords:

phase modulators polymer network liquid crystal submillisecond-response

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Optoelectronics
Polymer Chemistry

Background:

Polymer-network liquid crystals (PNLCs) are crucial for spatial light modulation.
Existing PNLCs often face limitations in response time and light scattering, particularly in the infrared spectrum.
Developing advanced LC materials is essential for enhancing device performance.

Purpose of the Study:

To demonstrate a submillisecond-response and light scattering-free PNLC for infrared spatial light modulators.
To compare the electro-optical performance of novel PNLCs with a commercial material.
To analyze the influence of material properties and device parameters on PNLC performance.

Main Methods:

Synthesis and characterization of a new liquid crystal host material.
Fabrication of PNLC devices with varying monomer concentrations, cell gaps, and LC hosts.
Evaluation of electro-optical performance, including operating voltage, hysteresis, relaxation time, and light scattering loss.
Analysis of temperature effects on device hysteresis.

Main Results:

The new LC host demonstrated higher birefringence and comparable dielectric anisotropy to HTG-135200.
Submillisecond response times and negligible light scattering were achieved.
Electro-optical performance was systematically compared across different PNLC configurations.
Temperature dependence of hysteresis was analyzed.

Conclusions:

The developed PNLC material is highly suitable for infrared spatial light modulation.
The submillisecond response and light scattering-free properties open possibilities for advanced optical systems.
Potential applications include laser beam steering and infrared spatial light modulators.