Dual-Band and Multi-State Polarization Conversion Using aTerahertz Symmetry-Breaking Metadevice

We numerically and experimentally demonstrate a terahertz metadevice consisting of split-ring resonators (SRRs) present within square metallic rings. This device can function as a dual-band polarization converter by breaking the symmetry of SRRs. Under <i>x</i>-polarized incidence, the m...

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Main Authors: Yuwang Deng, Qingli Zhou, Xuteng Zhang, Pujing Zhang, Wanlin Liang, Tingyin Ning, Yulei Shi, Cunlin Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-10-01
Series:Nanomaterials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/13/21/2844
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Summary:We numerically and experimentally demonstrate a terahertz metadevice consisting of split-ring resonators (SRRs) present within square metallic rings. This device can function as a dual-band polarization converter by breaking the symmetry of SRRs. Under <i>x</i>-polarized incidence, the metastructure is able to convert linearly polarized (LP) light into a left-hand circular-polarized (LCP) wave. Intriguingly, under <i>y</i>-polarized incidence, frequency-dependent conversion from LP to LCP and right-hand circular-polarized (RCP) states can be achieved at different frequencies. Furthermore, reconfigurable LCP-to-LP and RCP-to-LP switching can be simulated by integrating the device with patterned graphene and changing its Fermi energy. This dual-band and multi-state polarization control provides an alternative solution to developing compact and multifunctional components in the terahertz regime.
ISSN:2079-4991