Photonic Crystals and Light Localization in the 21st Century
By: edited by Costas M. Soukoulis
Series: NATO Science Series, C: Mathematical and Physical Sciences, 1389-2185 -- 563; NATO Science Series, C: Mathematical and Physical Sciences -- 563.
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Published: 2001
Place of publication: Dordrecht
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 616
ISBN-13: 9789401007382
Other titles: Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Photonic Crystals and Light Localization, Crete, Greece, June 18-30, 2000
Description: The field of photonic band gap (PGB) materials, also called photonic crystals, is one of the most exciting new areas in physics and engineering. The materials play a unique role in controlling the propagation of electromagnetic waves, and innovative ways to manipulate such waves can have a profound influence on science and technology. The present book provides an excellent survey of the field of photonic crystals, random lasers and light localization, covering theoretical and experimental aspects as well as applications. The introductory lectures are accessible to non-specialists. <br/> New fabrication techniques and structures are presented with either dielectric or metallic components. Microwave, far-IR and optical applications are discussed (filters, mirrors, switches, waveguides, bends, splitters, antennas, etc.). Transmission, band structure and finite difference-time domain techniques are presented. Reviews of the random laser area and light localization are also presented.