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¹School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan. go.soma@tlab.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp.

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Researchers developed a universal optical device framework for converting multiple vector beams simultaneously. This breakthrough enables advanced functionalities in optics and photonics, paving the way for universal optical mode converters.

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Area of Science:

Optics and Photonics
Metasurface Technology
Vector Beam Manipulation

Background:

Vectorial optical mode converters are crucial for optics and photonics.
Existing methods like multi-plane light conversion (MPLC) and metasurfaces individually address spatial or polarization modes.
A universal method for simultaneous conversion of multiple vectorial modes with complex wavefronts and polarizations is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a general device framework for complete vectorial mode conversion.
To integrate multi-plane light conversion (MPLC) with multi-layer metasurfaces for simultaneous mode conversion.
To demonstrate a universal methodology for manipulating multiple vector beams.

Main Methods:

Developed a device framework based on the multi-plane light conversion (MPLC) concept.
Incorporated multi-layer metasurfaces into the MPLC framework.
Experimentally validated the method by fabricating a 6-mode multiplexer chip.

Main Results:

Successfully demonstrated a 6-mode (3 spatial × 2 polarization) multiplexer on a compact chip.
Applied the framework to design a mode-division-multiplexed dual-polarization coherent receiver.
Utilized the framework for spatial-mode-multiplexed vectorial holography.

Conclusions:

The proposed framework offers a universal solution for simultaneous vectorial mode conversion.
The integration of MPLC and metasurfaces provides a powerful tool for advanced optical functionalities.
This versatile protocol advances the realization of universal optical mode converters.