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Roadmap for Optical Metasurfaces
Arseniy I Kuznetsov1, Mark L Brongersma2, Jin Yao3
1Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08-03, Singapore 138634, Republic of Singapore.
ACS Photonics
|March 29, 2024
Summary
Metasurfaces offer miniaturized optical functionalities for diverse applications. This roadmap highlights their golden age, guiding future research for scientific and industrial impact.
Area of Science:
- Optics and Photonics
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Metasurfaces are engineered optical materials offering unique functionalities like imaging and beam forming in compact devices.
- Research in metasurfaces is rapidly expanding into interdisciplinary fields such as computational imaging, augmented reality, and quantum optics.
- The demand for miniaturized, efficient optical components is driving significant industrial interest in metasurface technology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the current state and future directions of metasurface research.
- To foster scientific advancement and encourage broad industrial adoption of metasurface technologies.
- To define a roadmap for the next phase of metasurface development, capitalizing on their 'golden age.'
Main Methods:
- Literature review and analysis of current metasurface research trends.
- Identification of emerging applications and interdisciplinary connections.
- Strategic planning for future research and development pathways.
Main Results:
- Metasurfaces are enabling compact, highly functional optical systems.
- The field is experiencing rapid growth, with applications extending beyond traditional optics.
- There is a significant opportunity for both scientific breakthroughs and industrial innovation.
Conclusions:
- Metasurfaces are at a pivotal stage, offering immense potential for scientific discovery and technological advancement.
- Continued research and development are crucial to realize the full capabilities of metasurfaces across various industries.
- This roadmap serves as a guide to navigate the future of metasurfaces, promoting excellence and widespread adoption.
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