Photonic Spin-orbit Coupling and Topological Properties of Evanescent Fields

Anatoly V. Zayats*

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Abstract

Optical spin-orbit coupling describes how spin angular momentum of light (associated with circular polarisation of an electromagnetic wave) influences a propagation of light beam and its orbital angular momentum. The spin-orbit coupling in evanescent waves results in complex topological field structures analogous to prototypical condensed matter phenomena, such as quantum spin-Hall effect, skyrmions, merons, and others. In this talk, we will overview spin-orbit coupling, its topological manifestations and applications.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2020 14th International Congress on Artificial Materials for Novel Wave Phenomena, Metamaterials 2020
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages54-56
Number of pages3
ISBN (Electronic)9781728161044
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 27 Sept 2020
Event14th International Congress on Artificial Materials for Novel Wave Phenomena, Metamaterials 2020 - New York City, United States
Duration: 27 Sept 20203 Oct 2020

Publication series

Name2020 14th International Congress on Artificial Materials for Novel Wave Phenomena, Metamaterials 2020

Conference

Conference14th International Congress on Artificial Materials for Novel Wave Phenomena, Metamaterials 2020
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityNew York City
Period27/09/20203/10/2020

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