An alternative elliptical and circle air-hole-assisted Al_(0.24)Ga_(0.76)As photonic crystal fiber(PCF)was proposed for generating broadband high-coherence mid-infrared supercontinuum,and the dispersion,effect-ive mod...An alternative elliptical and circle air-hole-assisted Al_(0.24)Ga_(0.76)As photonic crystal fiber(PCF)was proposed for generating broadband high-coherence mid-infrared supercontinuum,and the dispersion,effect-ive mode area and nonlinear coefficient were investigated by using finite element method(FEM),the evolu-tion of optical pulses propagating along the fiber was simulated,and the supercontinuum and the coherence were analyzed and evaluated under different pumping conditions.The results show that a supercontinuum spectrum with a spectral width of 4.852μm can be obtained in the proposed fiber with d_(1)/Λof 0.125,d_(2)/Λof 0.583 and the zero-dispersion wavelength of 3.228μm by pumping with a Gaussian pulse with a peak power of 800 W and a full width at half maximum(FWHM)of 20 fs at wavelength of 3.3μm.When the fiber is pumped by the pulse with the peak power of 2000 W,the FWHM of 80 fs at the wavelength of 4.0μm in the in the anomalous dispersion region,the modulation instability is obviously suppressed,and the high-coher-ence supercontinuum spectrum spanning from 1.1μm to 8.99μm is observed.A part of the pulse energy is transferred to the anomalous dispersion region when pumped at the wavelength of 2.8μm in the normal dis-persion region and a broadband high-coherence supercontinuum spectrum extending from 0.8μm to 9.8μm is generated in the 10 mm proposed fiber.This paper introduces elliptical air holes in the Al_(0.24)Ga_(0.76)As photonic crystal fiber,which enhances flexibility for tailoring the performance of supercontinuum,ultimately achieving the broadest supercontinuum spectrum with the shortest fiber length to date.展开更多
This paper examines the connection between photonic band-gap formation in two types of two-dimensional photonic crystals and the emergence of reverse electromagnetic energy flows generated by linearly polarized plane ...This paper examines the connection between photonic band-gap formation in two types of two-dimensional photonic crystals and the emergence of reverse electromagnetic energy flows generated by linearly polarized plane waves incident on a photonic-crystal slab.We show that these reverse energy flows,observed in both transmitted and reflected fields,originate from vortex structures in the Poynting vector.The resulting energy-flow patterns exhibit striking analogies to vortex formation in fluid motion past obstacles.The geometry and dynamics of the Poynting-vector vortices determine whether the incident electromagnetic energy is impeded,leading to the formation of photonic band gaps,or instead guided through the structure,enabling transmission.展开更多
Wavelength division multiplexing technology has been pivotal in addressing the demand for high-capacity optical communication with silicon photonics providing a promising platform. This work presents a 16-channel wave...Wavelength division multiplexing technology has been pivotal in addressing the demand for high-capacity optical communication with silicon photonics providing a promising platform. This work presents a 16-channel wavelength division multiplexing silicon photonics receiver chip composed of an arrayed waveguide grating and Ge-on-Si photodetectors. Integrated inductors are introduced to enhance the high-speed performance of photodetectors, enabling data rates up to 112 Gbps with high responsivity and low dark current. The operating wavelength range of the arrayed wavelength grating is adjusted according to the response of the Ge-on-Si photodetector. The optical insertion loss, cross talk and central wavelength of the array waveguide grating are 2.1 to 3.7 d B,-12 to-15 d B, and 1538 nm, respectively. The proposed receiver chip offers a solution to meet the challenges of modern data transmission requirements.展开更多
The development of infrared engineering technologies for extreme environments remains a formidable challenge due to the inherent trade-offs among optical performance,thermal stability,and mechanical integrity in therm...The development of infrared engineering technologies for extreme environments remains a formidable challenge due to the inherent trade-offs among optical performance,thermal stability,and mechanical integrity in thermal photonic metamaterials(TPMs).This work introduces a novel multi-obj ective design framework and demonstrates the design,fabrication,and validation of a TPM operating under extreme temperatures up to 1873 K.We have established a holistic design framework integrating temperaturedependent neural network and Pareto multi-obj ective optimization to co-optimize spectral response,component light-weighting,and structural efficiency.The framework achieves 100 times faster computation than genetic algorithms.The performance of the designed TPM was evaluated under various atmospheric models and detection distances.The TPM achieved a peak radiance suppression efficiency of 82%and a maximum attenuation of-7.4 dB at 1200-1500 K.Experimentally,we fabricated an all-dielectric TPM using a refractory TiO_(2)/BeO multilayer stack with only 5 layers and 2um total thickness.The optimized structure shows high reflectivity(0.62 at 3-5 um;0.48 at 8-14μm)for radiative suppression and high emissivity(0.87 at 5-8μm)for radiative cooling.The TPM withstands 1873 K for 12 h in air with less than 3%spectral drift,retaining excellent mechanical properties.On high-temperature components,it achieves 40-50%radiative suppression and 40-60 K(~10.1 kW m^(-2))radiative cooling at 1100 K,endures over 20 times thermal shock cycles(>150 K s^(-1),700-1500 K),and maintains stable performance over 5 cycles,with 78%visible and 98%microwave transmittance.This work establishes a new paradigm in the design and application of photonic materials for extreme environments.展开更多
A symmetrical one-dimensional(1D)photonic crystal structure with a Dirac-emimetal-defected layer is proposed.The material properties of the Dirac semimetal are governed by three key parameters:Fermi level,Fermi veloci...A symmetrical one-dimensional(1D)photonic crystal structure with a Dirac-emimetal-defected layer is proposed.The material properties of the Dirac semimetal are governed by three key parameters:Fermi level,Fermi velocity,and degeneracy factor.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed structure generates multiple photonic bandgaps within the THz frequency range.In the low-THz region,pronounced resonant transmission peaks emerge,enabling near-perfect filtering performance.The positions of these defect modes can be dynamically tuned by adjusting the Fermi level and degeneracy factor.In mid-and high-THz frequency bands,the Dirac semimetal begins to exhibit metallic behavior,leading to attenuation of the transmission peaks and the appearance of absorption.The elevation of the Fermi level delays the critical threshold for the transition from the dielectric state to the metallic state,while an increase in Fermi velocity suppresses metallic behavior.Therefore,enhancing both the Fermi level and Fermi velocity contributes to strengthening the defect peak intensity.Conversely,increasing the degeneracy factor strengthens the metallic characteristics,thereby disrupting the high-frequency photonic bandgap.Notably,the defect layer thickness and incident angle exert significant influence on the transmission behavior:a larger incident angle causes the defect peak to shift toward higher frequencies and reduces its intensity,whereas a thicker defect layer shifts the defect peak toward lower frequencies.The modulation effects of both parameters become more pronounced as frequency increases.Compared with conventional photonic crystals,our work can provide a tunable structure over transmission properties,offering novel strategies for designing tunable filters and optical sensors.展开更多
The von Neumann architecture faces significant limitations,including low transmission efficiency and high energy consumption,whenhandling large-scale data and unstructured problems.Benefiting from theinherent merits o...The von Neumann architecture faces significant limitations,including low transmission efficiency and high energy consumption,whenhandling large-scale data and unstructured problems.Benefiting from theinherent merits of optical signals including high bandwidth,near-zeroJoule heating,fast transmission speed,and immunity to electromagneticinterference,photonics provides a powerful pathway for high-speed neuromorphiccomputing.Together with the mechanical flexibility and largeareamanufacturability of organic semiconductors,organic phototransistor(OPT)-based photonic synapses have therefore attracted extensive attentionin recent years.This review provides a comprehensive overview of recentadvances in OPT-based photonic synapses,covering operational principles,active materials,advances in bidirectional photoresponse process,as wellas cutting-edge applications.Finally,the current challenges and opportunitiesin this field are highlighted.Distinct from previous reviews,this review emphasizes an in-depth exploration of bidirectional photoresponsemechanisms,a systematic dissection of material-structure-function correlations enabling integrated sensing-memory technology,and emerging.展开更多
Color filters are essential components for optical modulation.However,conventional filters are restricted to operating exclusively in either reflective or transmissive mode.Furthermore,they suffer from limited UV and ...Color filters are essential components for optical modulation.However,conventional filters are restricted to operating exclusively in either reflective or transmissive mode.Furthermore,they suffer from limited UV and thermal stability,low color purity,and exhibit identical coloration on both surfaces.Herein,we propose a novel design strategy for trans-reflective color filters by integrating the absorptive properties of dye-doped polysulfone(PSU)with the diffractive capabilities of photonic crystals.This composite filter achieved broad-spectrum transmission with deep color outputs—yellow(0.410,0.510),magenta(0.446,0.231),and cyan(0.201,0.425)—closely aligned with standard color space coordinates.By tuning the refractive index of CeO_(2)@SiO_(2)nanoparticles to match dye-based PSU matrix,the transmittance of filters exceeded 70%.Moreover,dye-mediated absorption reduces the scattering light,thereby enhancing reflection color purity(full width at half maxima(FWHM)=25 nm)and producing vibrant blue,green,and red hues.The incorporation of UV-absorbing CeO_(2)@SiO_(2)nanoparticles effectively mitigated dye photodegradation,yielding exceptional UV stability(ΔT<2%under prolonged UV exposure).The filters also exhibited outstanding thermal stability(ΔT<1%after 30 min heat treatment at 230°C).This work establishes a robust materials design framework for multifunctional optical filters,advancing the development of highfidelity dual-mode color systems for next-generation display technologies.展开更多
The Southern Advanced Photon Source(SAPS)is a diffraction-limited synchrotron light source under design,which employs longitudinal injection as its primary injection scheme.This kind of injection scheme requires that ...The Southern Advanced Photon Source(SAPS)is a diffraction-limited synchrotron light source under design,which employs longitudinal injection as its primary injection scheme.This kind of injection scheme requires that the injected beam has a short bunch length and low emittance,and the preferred injector should offer high stability and low cost.Therefore,an injector based on a booster synchrotron was developed.The proposed injector includes a 250 MeV linac,a booster synchrotron that ramps the beam energy to 3.5 GeV,and two beam transport lines to ensure efficient beam delivery and beam quality preservation.The linac utilizes a thermionic high-voltage DC gun for reliable operation and features a bunching system with an advanced focusing system to preserve the emittance.To meet the injection requirements of the SAPS,a comprehensive design for the booster has been conducted.The booster synchrotron employs a threefold lattice structure,incorporating modified theoretical minimum emittance cells with a small momentum compaction factor and a high voltage to achieve an emittance of 3.98 nm rad and a bunch length of 4.8 mm.The injector has the potential to deliver a high charge,reducing the injection period of the storage ring to less than 1 min.Simulations demonstrated the expected performance,with a transmission efficiency of 90%,confirming its capability to meet the injection requirement of the SAPS storage ring.This design offers a stable and efficient solution for the SAPS.展开更多
Point-of-care diagnostics and inline quantitative phase imaging(QPI)drive the demand for portable,ultra-miniaturized,and robust optical imaging and metrology systems.We propose and demonstrate a wavefront sensor integ...Point-of-care diagnostics and inline quantitative phase imaging(QPI)drive the demand for portable,ultra-miniaturized,and robust optical imaging and metrology systems.We propose and demonstrate a wavefront sensor integrated into a photonic integrated circuit,enabling single-shot optical phase retrieval.We implemented an integrated wavefront sensor array with a spatial resolution of 17μm and a numerical aperture of 0.1.Furthermore,we experimentally demonstrated the reconstruction of wavefronts defined by Zernike polynomials,specifically the first 14 terms(Z_(1)to Z_(14)),achieving an average root mean square error below 0.07.This advancement paves the way for fully integrated,portable,and robust optical imaging systems,facilitating integrated wavefront sensors in demanding applications such as point-of-care diagnostics,endoscopy,in situ QPI,and inline surface profile measurement.展开更多
Methods allowing passive daytime radiative cooling(PDRC)to be carried out in an energy-efficient and scalable way are potentially important for various disciplines.Here,we report a sustainable strategy for scalable-de...Methods allowing passive daytime radiative cooling(PDRC)to be carried out in an energy-efficient and scalable way are potentially important for various disciplines.Here,we report a sustainable strategy for scalable-designed and color-regulating PDRC coating based on high-crystallinity photonic metamaterial(crystallinity:71.5%;enhanced assembly efficiency:72%),that is derived from the as-prepared 55 wt%solid content poly(methyl methacrylate-butyl acrylate-methacrylic acid)P(MMA-BA-MAA)monodispersed latexes(approaching theoretical limit:59 wt%).Robust meter-scale PDRC coatings are constructed by various industrial modes onto diverse surfaces,addressing bottlenecks like dull appearance,high cost,low efficiency,and hard construction.Notably,the solar reflectance,long-wave infrared emittance,and calculated theoretical cooling power of the designed PDRC coating,respectively,reach~0.94,~0.97,and~95.5 W m^(-2)under solar radiation,which can achieve an average 5.3℃ sub-ambient daytime temperature drop in the summer in Nanjing.The cooling performance,scale preparation,and cost-effectiveness of the PDRC coating have extended into leading position compared with those of state-of-the-art designs.This work provides promising route to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption for global sustainability.展开更多
Unlocking the full potential of integrated photonics requires versatile,multi-functional devices that can adapt to diverse application demands.However,confronting this challenge with conventional singlefunction resona...Unlocking the full potential of integrated photonics requires versatile,multi-functional devices that can adapt to diverse application demands.However,confronting this challenge with conventional singlefunction resonators often results in cumbersome system designs.We present an elegant solution:a versatile and reconfigurable dual-polarization Si_(3)N_(4)microresonator that represents a new perspective in on-chip photonic designs.Our device can be dynamically reconfigured into three distinct topologies:a Möbius-like microcavity,a Fabry-Pérot resonator,and a microring resonator.This unprecedented functionality is enabled by a tunable balanced Mach-Zehnder interferometer that facilitates controllable mutual mode coupling of counterpropagating light using a single control knob.We experimentally demonstrate that the device not only supports polarization-diverse operation on a compact footprint but also gives rise to a wide variety of physical phenomena,including a standing wave cavity,a traveling wave cavity,free spectral range multiplication,and the photonic pinning effect.These behaviors are accurately modeled using the transfer matrix method and intuitively explained by the temporal coupled-mode theory.Our results underscore the potential for a chip-scale platform to realize reconfigurable reconstructive spectrometers and on-chip synthetic dimensions for topological physics.展开更多
Investigated theoretically is a photonic-crystal surface-emitting GaN laser based on surface-etched holes with a porous-GaN cladding layer.The porous GaN has a low refractive index,supporting effective confinement to ...Investigated theoretically is a photonic-crystal surface-emitting GaN laser based on surface-etched holes with a porous-GaN cladding layer.The porous GaN has a low refractive index,supporting effective confinement to the resonant mode,and the porous GaN is derived from as-grown GaN,eliminating the lattice mismatch issues typically associated with GaN platforms.Studied systematically is how the photoniccrystal lattice constant,air hole radius,etching depth,and porous-GaN refractive index affect the performance of the laser.The results show that the laser exhibits optimal overall performance when the lattice constant is 216 nm and the hole radius is 60 nm.The etching depth can be chosen between 30 and 100 nm,and the porous-GaN refractive index is preferably in the range of 1.7–1.9.The research achieves a quality factor as high as 1.9×10^(4),with a photonic-crystal-layer confinement factor of 4.24%and an active-layer confinement factor of 21.8%,along with a low threshold gain of 77 cm^(−1).展开更多
The momentum with which we begin defines the trajectory of our achievements.As we celebrate the fifth anniversary of Advanced Photonics Nexus(APNexus),we are delighted to share several important milestones.The journal...The momentum with which we begin defines the trajectory of our achievements.As we celebrate the fifth anniversary of Advanced Photonics Nexus(APNexus),we are delighted to share several important milestones.The journal has earned its first Impact Factor of 6.0,positioning it in the Q1 zone among 125 optics journals in Journal Citation Reports.Over 90%of articles published during its first Impact Factor calculation window have already garnered citations.In 2025,APNexus experienced a 43%increase in total submissions from 33 countries,publishing close to 100 articles in the form of original research and reviews.Dedicated to providing an open platform for emerging directions and innovative paradigms,APNexus continues to demonstrate robust and dynamic growth.展开更多
Surface polaritons,as surface electromagnetic waves propagating along the surface of a medium,have played a crucial role in enhancing photonic spin Hall effect(PSHE)and developing highly sensitive refractive index(RI)...Surface polaritons,as surface electromagnetic waves propagating along the surface of a medium,have played a crucial role in enhancing photonic spin Hall effect(PSHE)and developing highly sensitive refractive index(RI)sensors.Among them,the traditional surface plasmon polariton(SPP)based on noble metals limits its application beyond the near-infrared(IR)regime due to the large negative permittivity and optical losses.In this contribution,we theoretically proposed a highly sensitive PSHE sensor with the structure of Ge prism-SiC-Si:InAs-sensing medium,by taking advantage of the hybrid surface plasmon phonon polariton(SPPhP)in mid-IR regime.Here,heavily Si-doped InAs(Si:InAs)and SiC excite the SPP and surface phonon polariton(SPhP),and the hybrid SPPhP is realized in this system.More importantly,the designed PSHE sensor based on this SPPhP mechanism achieves the multi-stage RI measurements from 1.00025-1.00225 to 1.70025-1.70225,and the maximal intensity sensitivity and angle sensitivity can be up to 9.4×10^(4)μm/RIU and245°/RIU,respectively.These findings provide a new pathway for the enhancement of PSHE in mid-IR regime,and offer new opportunities to develop highly sensitive RI sensors in multi-scenario applications,such as harmful gas monitoring and biosensing.展开更多
The development of quantum materials for single-photon emission is crucial for the advancement of quantum information technology.Although significant advancements have been witnessed in recent years for single-photon ...The development of quantum materials for single-photon emission is crucial for the advancement of quantum information technology.Although significant advancements have been witnessed in recent years for single-photon sources in the near-infrared band(λ∼700–1000 nm),several challenges have yet to be addressed for ideal single-photon emission at the telecommunication band.In this study,we present a droplet-epitaxy strategy for O-band to C-band single-photon source-based semiconductor quantum dots(QDs)using metal-organic vaporphase epitaxy(MOVPE).By investigating the growth conditions of the epitaxial process,we have successfully synthesized InAs/InP QDs with narrow emission lines spanning a broad spectral range of λ∼1200–1600 nm.The morphological and optical properties of the samples were characterized using atomic force microscopy and microphotoluminescence spectroscopy.The recorded single-photon purity of a plain QD structure reaches g^((2))(0)=0.16,with a radiative recombination lifetime as short as 1.5 ns.This work provides a crucial platform for future research on integrated microcavity enhancement techniques and coupled QDs with other quantum photonics in the telecom bands,offering significant prospects for quantum network applications.展开更多
A high-sensitivity,low-noise single photon avalanche diode(SPAD)detector was presented based on a 180 nm BCD process.The proposed device utilizes a p-implant layer/high-voltage n-well(HVNW)junction to form a deep aval...A high-sensitivity,low-noise single photon avalanche diode(SPAD)detector was presented based on a 180 nm BCD process.The proposed device utilizes a p-implant layer/high-voltage n-well(HVNW)junction to form a deep avalanche multiplication region for near-infrared(NIR)sensitivity enhancement.By optimizing the device size and electric field of the guard ring,the fill factor(FF)is significantly improved,further increasing photon detection efficiency(PDE).To solve the dark noise caused by the increasing active diameter,a field polysilicon gate structure connected to the p+anode was investigated,effectively suppressing dark count noise by 76.6%.It is experimentally shown that when the active diameter increases from 5 to 10μm,the FF is significantly improved from 20.7%to 39.1%,and thus the peak PDE also rises from 13.3%to 25.8%.At an excess bias voltage of 5 V,a NIR photon detection probability(PDP)of 6.8%at 905 nm,a dark count rate(DCR)of 2.12 cps/μm^(2),an afterpulsing probability(AP)of 1.2%,and a timing jitter of 216 ps are achieved,demonstrating excellent single photon detection performance.展开更多
Artificial intelligence(AI)has taken breathtaking leaps forward in recent years,evolving into a strategic technology for pioneering the future.The growing demand for computing power—especially in demanding inference ...Artificial intelligence(AI)has taken breathtaking leaps forward in recent years,evolving into a strategic technology for pioneering the future.The growing demand for computing power—especially in demanding inference tasks,exemplified by generative AI models such as ChatGPT—poses challenges for conventional electronic computing systems.Advances in photonics technology have ignited interest in investigating photonic computing as a promising AI computing modality.Through the profound fusion of AI and photonics technologies,intelligent photonics is developing as an emerging interdisciplinary field with significant potential to revolutionize practical applications.Deep learning,as a subset of AI,presents efficient avenues for optimizing photonic design,developing intelligent optical systems,and performing optical data processing and analysis.Employing AI in photonics can empower applications such as smartphone cameras,biomedical microscopy,and virtual and augmented reality displays.Conversely,leveraging photonics-based devices and systems for the physical implementation of neural networks enables high speed and low energy consumption.Applying photonics technology in AI computing is expected to have a transformative impact on diverse fields,including optical communications,automatic driving,and astronomical observation.Here,recent advances in intelligent photonics are presented from the perspective of the synergy between deep learning and metaphotonics,holography,and quantum photonics.This review also spotlights relevant applications and offers insights into challenges and prospects.展开更多
Photonic platforms are gradually emerging as a promising option to encounter the ever-growing demand for artificial intelligence,among which photonic time-delay reservoir computing(TDRC)is widely anticipated.While suc...Photonic platforms are gradually emerging as a promising option to encounter the ever-growing demand for artificial intelligence,among which photonic time-delay reservoir computing(TDRC)is widely anticipated.While such a computing paradigm can only employ a single photonic device as the nonlinear node for data processing,the performance highly relies on the fading memory provided by the delay feedback loop(FL),which sets a restriction on the extensibility of physical implementation,especially for highly integrated chips.Here,we present a simplified photonic scheme for more flexible parameter configurations leveraging the designed quasi-convolution coding(QC),which completely gets rid of the dependence on FL.Unlike delay-based TDRC,encoded data in QC-based RC(QRC)enables temporal feature extraction,facilitating augmented memory capabilities.Thus,our proposed QRC is enabled to deal with time-related tasks or sequential data without the implementation of FL.Furthermore,we can implement this hardware with a low-power,easily integrable vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser for high-performance parallel processing.We illustrate the concept validation through simulation and experimental comparison of QRC and TDRC,wherein the simpler-structured QRC outperforms across various benchmark tasks.Our results may underscore an auspicious solution for the hardware implementation of deep neural networks.展开更多
Traditional stealth materials do not fulfill the requirements of high absorption for radar waves and low emissivity for infrared waves.Furthermore,they can be detected by various technologies,considerably threatening ...Traditional stealth materials do not fulfill the requirements of high absorption for radar waves and low emissivity for infrared waves.Furthermore,they can be detected by various technologies,considerably threatening weapon safety.Therefore,a stealth material compatible with radar and infrared was designed based on the photonic bandgap characteristics of photonic crystals.The radar stealth lay-er(bottom layer)is a composite of carbonyl iron/silicon dioxide/epoxy resin,and the infrared stealth layer(top layer)is a 1D photonic crystal with alternately and periodically stacked germanium and silicon nitride.Through composition optimization and structural adjust-ment,the effective absorption bandwidth of the compatible stealth material with a reflection loss of less than-10 dB has reached 4.95 GHz.The average infrared emissivity of the proposed design is 0.1063,indicating good stealth performance.The theoretical analysis proves that photonic crystals with this structural design can produce infrared waves within the photonic bandgap,achieving high radar wave transmittance and low infrared emissivity.Infrared stealth is achieved without affecting the absorption performance of the radar stealth layer,and the conflict between radar and infrared stealth performance is resolved.This work aims to promote the application of photonic crystals in compatible stealth materials and the development of stealth technology and to provide a design and theoretical found-ation for related experiments and research.展开更多
文摘An alternative elliptical and circle air-hole-assisted Al_(0.24)Ga_(0.76)As photonic crystal fiber(PCF)was proposed for generating broadband high-coherence mid-infrared supercontinuum,and the dispersion,effect-ive mode area and nonlinear coefficient were investigated by using finite element method(FEM),the evolu-tion of optical pulses propagating along the fiber was simulated,and the supercontinuum and the coherence were analyzed and evaluated under different pumping conditions.The results show that a supercontinuum spectrum with a spectral width of 4.852μm can be obtained in the proposed fiber with d_(1)/Λof 0.125,d_(2)/Λof 0.583 and the zero-dispersion wavelength of 3.228μm by pumping with a Gaussian pulse with a peak power of 800 W and a full width at half maximum(FWHM)of 20 fs at wavelength of 3.3μm.When the fiber is pumped by the pulse with the peak power of 2000 W,the FWHM of 80 fs at the wavelength of 4.0μm in the in the anomalous dispersion region,the modulation instability is obviously suppressed,and the high-coher-ence supercontinuum spectrum spanning from 1.1μm to 8.99μm is observed.A part of the pulse energy is transferred to the anomalous dispersion region when pumped at the wavelength of 2.8μm in the normal dis-persion region and a broadband high-coherence supercontinuum spectrum extending from 0.8μm to 9.8μm is generated in the 10 mm proposed fiber.This paper introduces elliptical air holes in the Al_(0.24)Ga_(0.76)As photonic crystal fiber,which enhances flexibility for tailoring the performance of supercontinuum,ultimately achieving the broadest supercontinuum spectrum with the shortest fiber length to date.
文摘This paper examines the connection between photonic band-gap formation in two types of two-dimensional photonic crystals and the emergence of reverse electromagnetic energy flows generated by linearly polarized plane waves incident on a photonic-crystal slab.We show that these reverse energy flows,observed in both transmitted and reflected fields,originate from vortex structures in the Poynting vector.The resulting energy-flow patterns exhibit striking analogies to vortex formation in fluid motion past obstacles.The geometry and dynamics of the Poynting-vector vortices determine whether the incident electromagnetic energy is impeded,leading to the formation of photonic band gaps,or instead guided through the structure,enabling transmission.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China (2022YFB2802400)National Natural Science Foundation of China (62250010, 62090054, 62274160)Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (2021111)。
文摘Wavelength division multiplexing technology has been pivotal in addressing the demand for high-capacity optical communication with silicon photonics providing a promising platform. This work presents a 16-channel wavelength division multiplexing silicon photonics receiver chip composed of an arrayed waveguide grating and Ge-on-Si photodetectors. Integrated inductors are introduced to enhance the high-speed performance of photodetectors, enabling data rates up to 112 Gbps with high responsivity and low dark current. The operating wavelength range of the arrayed wavelength grating is adjusted according to the response of the Ge-on-Si photodetector. The optical insertion loss, cross talk and central wavelength of the array waveguide grating are 2.1 to 3.7 d B,-12 to-15 d B, and 1538 nm, respectively. The proposed receiver chip offers a solution to meet the challenges of modern data transmission requirements.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFA1210500,2023YFB4606105)Fundamental Research Center Projects(52488301)of National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)+1 种基金Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences(ZDBS-LYJSC030)of Chinese Academy of SciencesWestern Light Program(xbzg-zdsys-202402)of Chinese Academy of Sciences。
文摘The development of infrared engineering technologies for extreme environments remains a formidable challenge due to the inherent trade-offs among optical performance,thermal stability,and mechanical integrity in thermal photonic metamaterials(TPMs).This work introduces a novel multi-obj ective design framework and demonstrates the design,fabrication,and validation of a TPM operating under extreme temperatures up to 1873 K.We have established a holistic design framework integrating temperaturedependent neural network and Pareto multi-obj ective optimization to co-optimize spectral response,component light-weighting,and structural efficiency.The framework achieves 100 times faster computation than genetic algorithms.The performance of the designed TPM was evaluated under various atmospheric models and detection distances.The TPM achieved a peak radiance suppression efficiency of 82%and a maximum attenuation of-7.4 dB at 1200-1500 K.Experimentally,we fabricated an all-dielectric TPM using a refractory TiO_(2)/BeO multilayer stack with only 5 layers and 2um total thickness.The optimized structure shows high reflectivity(0.62 at 3-5 um;0.48 at 8-14μm)for radiative suppression and high emissivity(0.87 at 5-8μm)for radiative cooling.The TPM withstands 1873 K for 12 h in air with less than 3%spectral drift,retaining excellent mechanical properties.On high-temperature components,it achieves 40-50%radiative suppression and 40-60 K(~10.1 kW m^(-2))radiative cooling at 1100 K,endures over 20 times thermal shock cycles(>150 K s^(-1),700-1500 K),and maintains stable performance over 5 cycles,with 78%visible and 98%microwave transmittance.This work establishes a new paradigm in the design and application of photonic materials for extreme environments.
文摘A symmetrical one-dimensional(1D)photonic crystal structure with a Dirac-emimetal-defected layer is proposed.The material properties of the Dirac semimetal are governed by three key parameters:Fermi level,Fermi velocity,and degeneracy factor.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed structure generates multiple photonic bandgaps within the THz frequency range.In the low-THz region,pronounced resonant transmission peaks emerge,enabling near-perfect filtering performance.The positions of these defect modes can be dynamically tuned by adjusting the Fermi level and degeneracy factor.In mid-and high-THz frequency bands,the Dirac semimetal begins to exhibit metallic behavior,leading to attenuation of the transmission peaks and the appearance of absorption.The elevation of the Fermi level delays the critical threshold for the transition from the dielectric state to the metallic state,while an increase in Fermi velocity suppresses metallic behavior.Therefore,enhancing both the Fermi level and Fermi velocity contributes to strengthening the defect peak intensity.Conversely,increasing the degeneracy factor strengthens the metallic characteristics,thereby disrupting the high-frequency photonic bandgap.Notably,the defect layer thickness and incident angle exert significant influence on the transmission behavior:a larger incident angle causes the defect peak to shift toward higher frequencies and reduces its intensity,whereas a thicker defect layer shifts the defect peak toward lower frequencies.The modulation effects of both parameters become more pronounced as frequency increases.Compared with conventional photonic crystals,our work can provide a tunable structure over transmission properties,offering novel strategies for designing tunable filters and optical sensors.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.22222205,52173176)the Science and Technology Development Fund of Macao(No.0063/2024/RIA1)+1 种基金the Suzhou Key Laboratory of Surface and Interface Intelligent Matter(Grant SZS2022011)supported by the Collaborative Innovation Center of Suzhou Nano Science&Technology。
文摘The von Neumann architecture faces significant limitations,including low transmission efficiency and high energy consumption,whenhandling large-scale data and unstructured problems.Benefiting from theinherent merits of optical signals including high bandwidth,near-zeroJoule heating,fast transmission speed,and immunity to electromagneticinterference,photonics provides a powerful pathway for high-speed neuromorphiccomputing.Together with the mechanical flexibility and largeareamanufacturability of organic semiconductors,organic phototransistor(OPT)-based photonic synapses have therefore attracted extensive attentionin recent years.This review provides a comprehensive overview of recentadvances in OPT-based photonic synapses,covering operational principles,active materials,advances in bidirectional photoresponse process,as wellas cutting-edge applications.Finally,the current challenges and opportunitiesin this field are highlighted.Distinct from previous reviews,this review emphasizes an in-depth exploration of bidirectional photoresponsemechanisms,a systematic dissection of material-structure-function correlations enabling integrated sensing-memory technology,and emerging.
基金supported by the Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22238002)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(DUT22-LAB610)Research and Innovation Team Project of Dalian University of Technology(DUT2022TB10).
文摘Color filters are essential components for optical modulation.However,conventional filters are restricted to operating exclusively in either reflective or transmissive mode.Furthermore,they suffer from limited UV and thermal stability,low color purity,and exhibit identical coloration on both surfaces.Herein,we propose a novel design strategy for trans-reflective color filters by integrating the absorptive properties of dye-doped polysulfone(PSU)with the diffractive capabilities of photonic crystals.This composite filter achieved broad-spectrum transmission with deep color outputs—yellow(0.410,0.510),magenta(0.446,0.231),and cyan(0.201,0.425)—closely aligned with standard color space coordinates.By tuning the refractive index of CeO_(2)@SiO_(2)nanoparticles to match dye-based PSU matrix,the transmittance of filters exceeded 70%.Moreover,dye-mediated absorption reduces the scattering light,thereby enhancing reflection color purity(full width at half maxima(FWHM)=25 nm)and producing vibrant blue,green,and red hues.The incorporation of UV-absorbing CeO_(2)@SiO_(2)nanoparticles effectively mitigated dye photodegradation,yielding exceptional UV stability(ΔT<2%under prolonged UV exposure).The filters also exhibited outstanding thermal stability(ΔT<1%after 30 min heat treatment at 230°C).This work establishes a robust materials design framework for multifunctional optical filters,advancing the development of highfidelity dual-mode color systems for next-generation display technologies.
基金supported by the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation,China(No.2021B1515140007).
文摘The Southern Advanced Photon Source(SAPS)is a diffraction-limited synchrotron light source under design,which employs longitudinal injection as its primary injection scheme.This kind of injection scheme requires that the injected beam has a short bunch length and low emittance,and the preferred injector should offer high stability and low cost.Therefore,an injector based on a booster synchrotron was developed.The proposed injector includes a 250 MeV linac,a booster synchrotron that ramps the beam energy to 3.5 GeV,and two beam transport lines to ensure efficient beam delivery and beam quality preservation.The linac utilizes a thermionic high-voltage DC gun for reliable operation and features a bunching system with an advanced focusing system to preserve the emittance.To meet the injection requirements of the SAPS,a comprehensive design for the booster has been conducted.The booster synchrotron employs a threefold lattice structure,incorporating modified theoretical minimum emittance cells with a small momentum compaction factor and a high voltage to achieve an emittance of 3.98 nm rad and a bunch length of 4.8 mm.The injector has the potential to deliver a high charge,reducing the injection period of the storage ring to less than 1 min.Simulations demonstrated the expected performance,with a transmission efficiency of 90%,confirming its capability to meet the injection requirement of the SAPS storage ring.This design offers a stable and efficient solution for the SAPS.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52175509 and 52450158)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFF1500900)+2 种基金the Shenzhen Fundamental Research Program(Grant No.JCYJ20220818100412027)the Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation Funding Scheme Category C Platform(Grant No.SGDX20230116093543005)the Innovation Project of Optics Valley Laboratory(Grant No.OVL2023PY003)。
文摘Point-of-care diagnostics and inline quantitative phase imaging(QPI)drive the demand for portable,ultra-miniaturized,and robust optical imaging and metrology systems.We propose and demonstrate a wavefront sensor integrated into a photonic integrated circuit,enabling single-shot optical phase retrieval.We implemented an integrated wavefront sensor array with a spatial resolution of 17μm and a numerical aperture of 0.1.Furthermore,we experimentally demonstrated the reconstruction of wavefronts defined by Zernike polynomials,specifically the first 14 terms(Z_(1)to Z_(14)),achieving an average root mean square error below 0.07.This advancement paves the way for fully integrated,portable,and robust optical imaging systems,facilitating integrated wavefront sensors in demanding applications such as point-of-care diagnostics,endoscopy,in situ QPI,and inline surface profile measurement.
基金support of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant 22508184 to X.Q.Y.,grant 21736006 to S.C.,and grant 22278225 to S.C.)supported by the Natural Funding Program of Jiangsu Province(grant BK20250610 to X.Q.Y.).
文摘Methods allowing passive daytime radiative cooling(PDRC)to be carried out in an energy-efficient and scalable way are potentially important for various disciplines.Here,we report a sustainable strategy for scalable-designed and color-regulating PDRC coating based on high-crystallinity photonic metamaterial(crystallinity:71.5%;enhanced assembly efficiency:72%),that is derived from the as-prepared 55 wt%solid content poly(methyl methacrylate-butyl acrylate-methacrylic acid)P(MMA-BA-MAA)monodispersed latexes(approaching theoretical limit:59 wt%).Robust meter-scale PDRC coatings are constructed by various industrial modes onto diverse surfaces,addressing bottlenecks like dull appearance,high cost,low efficiency,and hard construction.Notably,the solar reflectance,long-wave infrared emittance,and calculated theoretical cooling power of the designed PDRC coating,respectively,reach~0.94,~0.97,and~95.5 W m^(-2)under solar radiation,which can achieve an average 5.3℃ sub-ambient daytime temperature drop in the summer in Nanjing.The cooling performance,scale preparation,and cost-effectiveness of the PDRC coating have extended into leading position compared with those of state-of-the-art designs.This work provides promising route to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption for global sustainability.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.62105061,12374301,and 62225404)the Jiangsu Provincial Frontier Technology Research and Development Program(Grant No.BF2024070)+1 种基金the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2024YFA1210500)the Key Lab of Modern Optical Technologies of Education,Ministry of China,Soochow University。
文摘Unlocking the full potential of integrated photonics requires versatile,multi-functional devices that can adapt to diverse application demands.However,confronting this challenge with conventional singlefunction resonators often results in cumbersome system designs.We present an elegant solution:a versatile and reconfigurable dual-polarization Si_(3)N_(4)microresonator that represents a new perspective in on-chip photonic designs.Our device can be dynamically reconfigured into three distinct topologies:a Möbius-like microcavity,a Fabry-Pérot resonator,and a microring resonator.This unprecedented functionality is enabled by a tunable balanced Mach-Zehnder interferometer that facilitates controllable mutual mode coupling of counterpropagating light using a single control knob.We experimentally demonstrate that the device not only supports polarization-diverse operation on a compact footprint but also gives rise to a wide variety of physical phenomena,including a standing wave cavity,a traveling wave cavity,free spectral range multiplication,and the photonic pinning effect.These behaviors are accurately modeled using the transfer matrix method and intuitively explained by the temporal coupled-mode theory.Our results underscore the potential for a chip-scale platform to realize reconfigurable reconstructive spectrometers and on-chip synthetic dimensions for topological physics.
基金funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications(Grant No.NY224125)the Open Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Advanced Optical Communication Systems and Networks(SJTU)(Grant No.2023GZKF018)the Postgraduate Research and Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(Grant Nos.KYCX24_1199 and SJCX24_0286).
文摘Investigated theoretically is a photonic-crystal surface-emitting GaN laser based on surface-etched holes with a porous-GaN cladding layer.The porous GaN has a low refractive index,supporting effective confinement to the resonant mode,and the porous GaN is derived from as-grown GaN,eliminating the lattice mismatch issues typically associated with GaN platforms.Studied systematically is how the photoniccrystal lattice constant,air hole radius,etching depth,and porous-GaN refractive index affect the performance of the laser.The results show that the laser exhibits optimal overall performance when the lattice constant is 216 nm and the hole radius is 60 nm.The etching depth can be chosen between 30 and 100 nm,and the porous-GaN refractive index is preferably in the range of 1.7–1.9.The research achieves a quality factor as high as 1.9×10^(4),with a photonic-crystal-layer confinement factor of 4.24%and an active-layer confinement factor of 21.8%,along with a low threshold gain of 77 cm^(−1).
文摘The momentum with which we begin defines the trajectory of our achievements.As we celebrate the fifth anniversary of Advanced Photonics Nexus(APNexus),we are delighted to share several important milestones.The journal has earned its first Impact Factor of 6.0,positioning it in the Q1 zone among 125 optics journals in Journal Citation Reports.Over 90%of articles published during its first Impact Factor calculation window have already garnered citations.In 2025,APNexus experienced a 43%increase in total submissions from 33 countries,publishing close to 100 articles in the form of original research and reviews.Dedicated to providing an open platform for emerging directions and innovative paradigms,APNexus continues to demonstrate robust and dynamic growth.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12175107)the Qing Lan Project of Jiangsu Province+2 种基金the Hua Li Talents Program of Nanjing University of PostsTelecommunications,Natural Science Foundation of Nanjing Vocational University of Industry Technology(Grant No.YK22-02-08)the Fund from the Research Center of Industrial Perception and Intelligent Manufacturing Equipment Engineering of Jiangsu Province,China(Grant No.ZK21-05-09)。
文摘Surface polaritons,as surface electromagnetic waves propagating along the surface of a medium,have played a crucial role in enhancing photonic spin Hall effect(PSHE)and developing highly sensitive refractive index(RI)sensors.Among them,the traditional surface plasmon polariton(SPP)based on noble metals limits its application beyond the near-infrared(IR)regime due to the large negative permittivity and optical losses.In this contribution,we theoretically proposed a highly sensitive PSHE sensor with the structure of Ge prism-SiC-Si:InAs-sensing medium,by taking advantage of the hybrid surface plasmon phonon polariton(SPPhP)in mid-IR regime.Here,heavily Si-doped InAs(Si:InAs)and SiC excite the SPP and surface phonon polariton(SPhP),and the hybrid SPPhP is realized in this system.More importantly,the designed PSHE sensor based on this SPPhP mechanism achieves the multi-stage RI measurements from 1.00025-1.00225 to 1.70025-1.70225,and the maximal intensity sensitivity and angle sensitivity can be up to 9.4×10^(4)μm/RIU and245°/RIU,respectively.These findings provide a new pathway for the enhancement of PSHE in mid-IR regime,and offer new opportunities to develop highly sensitive RI sensors in multi-scenario applications,such as harmful gas monitoring and biosensing.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.12494604,12393834,12393831,62274014,6223501662335015)the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No.2024YFA1208900)。
文摘The development of quantum materials for single-photon emission is crucial for the advancement of quantum information technology.Although significant advancements have been witnessed in recent years for single-photon sources in the near-infrared band(λ∼700–1000 nm),several challenges have yet to be addressed for ideal single-photon emission at the telecommunication band.In this study,we present a droplet-epitaxy strategy for O-band to C-band single-photon source-based semiconductor quantum dots(QDs)using metal-organic vaporphase epitaxy(MOVPE).By investigating the growth conditions of the epitaxial process,we have successfully synthesized InAs/InP QDs with narrow emission lines spanning a broad spectral range of λ∼1200–1600 nm.The morphological and optical properties of the samples were characterized using atomic force microscopy and microphotoluminescence spectroscopy.The recorded single-photon purity of a plain QD structure reaches g^((2))(0)=0.16,with a radiative recombination lifetime as short as 1.5 ns.This work provides a crucial platform for future research on integrated microcavity enhancement techniques and coupled QDs with other quantum photonics in the telecom bands,offering significant prospects for quantum network applications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant 62171233the Natural Science Foundation of China,Jiangsu Province under Grant BK20241891the Jiangsu Province Graduate Research and Practice Innovation Plan under Grants SJCX24_0313 and KYCX24_1169。
文摘A high-sensitivity,low-noise single photon avalanche diode(SPAD)detector was presented based on a 180 nm BCD process.The proposed device utilizes a p-implant layer/high-voltage n-well(HVNW)junction to form a deep avalanche multiplication region for near-infrared(NIR)sensitivity enhancement.By optimizing the device size and electric field of the guard ring,the fill factor(FF)is significantly improved,further increasing photon detection efficiency(PDE).To solve the dark noise caused by the increasing active diameter,a field polysilicon gate structure connected to the p+anode was investigated,effectively suppressing dark count noise by 76.6%.It is experimentally shown that when the active diameter increases from 5 to 10μm,the FF is significantly improved from 20.7%to 39.1%,and thus the peak PDE also rises from 13.3%to 25.8%.At an excess bias voltage of 5 V,a NIR photon detection probability(PDP)of 6.8%at 905 nm,a dark count rate(DCR)of 2.12 cps/μm^(2),an afterpulsing probability(AP)of 1.2%,and a timing jitter of 216 ps are achieved,demonstrating excellent single photon detection performance.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62035003 and 62235009).
文摘Artificial intelligence(AI)has taken breathtaking leaps forward in recent years,evolving into a strategic technology for pioneering the future.The growing demand for computing power—especially in demanding inference tasks,exemplified by generative AI models such as ChatGPT—poses challenges for conventional electronic computing systems.Advances in photonics technology have ignited interest in investigating photonic computing as a promising AI computing modality.Through the profound fusion of AI and photonics technologies,intelligent photonics is developing as an emerging interdisciplinary field with significant potential to revolutionize practical applications.Deep learning,as a subset of AI,presents efficient avenues for optimizing photonic design,developing intelligent optical systems,and performing optical data processing and analysis.Employing AI in photonics can empower applications such as smartphone cameras,biomedical microscopy,and virtual and augmented reality displays.Conversely,leveraging photonics-based devices and systems for the physical implementation of neural networks enables high speed and low energy consumption.Applying photonics technology in AI computing is expected to have a transformative impact on diverse fields,including optical communications,automatic driving,and astronomical observation.Here,recent advances in intelligent photonics are presented from the perspective of the synergy between deep learning and metaphotonics,holography,and quantum photonics.This review also spotlights relevant applications and offers insights into challenges and prospects.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(62171305,62405206,62004135,62001317,62111530301)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20240778,BK20241917)+3 种基金State Key Laboratory of Advanced Optical Communication Systems and Networks,China(2023GZKF08)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2024M752314)Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF(GZC20231883)Innovative and Entrepreneurial Talent Program of Jiangsu Province(JSSCRC2021527).
文摘Photonic platforms are gradually emerging as a promising option to encounter the ever-growing demand for artificial intelligence,among which photonic time-delay reservoir computing(TDRC)is widely anticipated.While such a computing paradigm can only employ a single photonic device as the nonlinear node for data processing,the performance highly relies on the fading memory provided by the delay feedback loop(FL),which sets a restriction on the extensibility of physical implementation,especially for highly integrated chips.Here,we present a simplified photonic scheme for more flexible parameter configurations leveraging the designed quasi-convolution coding(QC),which completely gets rid of the dependence on FL.Unlike delay-based TDRC,encoded data in QC-based RC(QRC)enables temporal feature extraction,facilitating augmented memory capabilities.Thus,our proposed QRC is enabled to deal with time-related tasks or sequential data without the implementation of FL.Furthermore,we can implement this hardware with a low-power,easily integrable vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser for high-performance parallel processing.We illustrate the concept validation through simulation and experimental comparison of QRC and TDRC,wherein the simpler-structured QRC outperforms across various benchmark tasks.Our results may underscore an auspicious solution for the hardware implementation of deep neural networks.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52071053,U1704253,and 52103334).
文摘Traditional stealth materials do not fulfill the requirements of high absorption for radar waves and low emissivity for infrared waves.Furthermore,they can be detected by various technologies,considerably threatening weapon safety.Therefore,a stealth material compatible with radar and infrared was designed based on the photonic bandgap characteristics of photonic crystals.The radar stealth lay-er(bottom layer)is a composite of carbonyl iron/silicon dioxide/epoxy resin,and the infrared stealth layer(top layer)is a 1D photonic crystal with alternately and periodically stacked germanium and silicon nitride.Through composition optimization and structural adjust-ment,the effective absorption bandwidth of the compatible stealth material with a reflection loss of less than-10 dB has reached 4.95 GHz.The average infrared emissivity of the proposed design is 0.1063,indicating good stealth performance.The theoretical analysis proves that photonic crystals with this structural design can produce infrared waves within the photonic bandgap,achieving high radar wave transmittance and low infrared emissivity.Infrared stealth is achieved without affecting the absorption performance of the radar stealth layer,and the conflict between radar and infrared stealth performance is resolved.This work aims to promote the application of photonic crystals in compatible stealth materials and the development of stealth technology and to provide a design and theoretical found-ation for related experiments and research.
