Title

Supersymmetric Optical Structures

Authors

Authors

M. A. Miri; M. Heinrich; R. El-Ganainy;D. N. Christodoulides

Comments

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Abbreviated Journal Title

Phys. Rev. Lett.

Keywords

QUANTUM-MECHANICS; OPTIMIZATION; Physics, Multidisciplinary

Abstract

We show that supersymmetry can provide a versatile platform in synthesizing a new class of optical structures with desired properties and functionalities. By exploiting the intimate relationship between superpatners, one can systematically construct index potentials capable of exhibiting the same scattering and guided wave characteristics. In particular, in the Helmholtz regime, we demonstrate that one-dimensional supersymmetric pairs display identical reflectivities and transmittivities for any angle of incidence. Optical supersymmetry is then extended to two-dimensional systems where a link between specific azimuthal mode subsets is established. Finally, we explore supersymmetric photonic lattices where discreteness can be utilized to design lossless integrated mode filtering arrangements.

Journal Title

Physical Review Letters

Volume

110

Issue/Number

23

Publication Date

1-1-2013

Document Type

Article

Language

English

First Page

5

WOS Identifier

WOS:000320163600007

ISSN

0031-9007

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