Phthalocyanines for photonic applications: a new perspective

S. Venugopal Rao

doi:10.1117/12.854135

4 June 2010 Phthalocyanines for photonic applications: a new perspective

S. Venugopal Rao

Proceedings Volume 7728, Nonlinear Optics and Applications IV; 77281N (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.854135
Event: SPIE Photonics Europe, 2010, Brussels, Belgium

Abstract

We present a comprehensive review of the nonlinear optical (NLO) properties of various phthalocyanines studied by our group over the last few years. The NLO coefficients obtained in the continuous wave (cw), nanosecond (ns), picosecond (ps), and femtosecond (fs) regimes are summarized and important conclusions drawn from these studies are highlighted. Wherever possible the figures of merit in different pulse domains are evaluated and discussed for possible applications in the field of photonics. Various schemes to identify and exploit the potential of these molecules are proposed. Necessary measures required for the realization of practical devices out of these molecules are delineated. The performance of these molecules vis-à-vis other phthalocyanines and related compounds is evaluated.

Citation Download Citation

S. Venugopal Rao "Phthalocyanines for photonic applications: a new perspective", Proc. SPIE 7728, Nonlinear Optics and Applications IV, 77281N (4 June 2010); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.854135

ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE

INSTITUTIONAL
Select your institution to access the SPIE Digital Library.

SELECT YOUR INSTITUTION

PERSONAL
Sign in with your SPIE account to access your personal subscriptions or to use specific features such as save to my library, sign up for alerts, save searches, etc.

PERSONAL SIGN IN

No SPIE Account? Create one

PURCHASE THIS CONTENT

SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL LIBRARY

50 downloads per 1-year subscription

Members: $195

Non-members: $335 ADD TO CART

25 downloads per 1 - year subscription

Members: $145

Non-members: $250 ADD TO CART

PURCHASE SINGLE ARTICLE

Includes PDF, HTML & Video, when available