Refractive-index modifications of some polymeric materials by ion beams

Optical guides are realized by ion irradiation in three polymers: polycarbonate, HIRI, and CR39. Optical properties (index variation, loss) are compared. CR39 waveguides present the best performances (with losses as low as 1 dB/cm); the influence of a curing parameter (initiator concentration), whic...

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Published in:Applied optics (2004) 1994-06, Vol.33 (16), p.3338-3341
Main Authors: Darraud, C, Bennamane, B, Gagnadre, C, Decossas, J L, Vareille, J C, Stejny, J
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Language:English
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Summary:Optical guides are realized by ion irradiation in three polymers: polycarbonate, HIRI, and CR39. Optical properties (index variation, loss) are compared. CR39 waveguides present the best performances (with losses as low as 1 dB/cm); the influence of a curing parameter (initiator concentration), which is directly related to CR39 density and refractive index, is studied.
ISSN:1559-128X
DOI:10.1364/AO.33.003338