Shivakiran Bhaktha B. N - Böcker

Photonic Crystal, Plasmonic, and Hybrid Interfaces: Fundamentals and Applications of Photo-plasmonic Modalities explores the field where photonic crystals and plasmonic materials meet, bringing together concepts from optics, electromagnetism, chemical physics, and materials science to explain light-matter interactions at photo-plasmonic modalities. The initial chapters discuss the basic principles, such as physics of photonic crystals and design methods. Then it moves on to discuss how to create photonic crystal structures with specific optical properties for various applications. The book also explores the fundamentals and latest developments in plasmonic technologies and their unique optical properties. Finally, it explores the many applications of combining photonic crystals and plasmonic materials, including practical examples and case studies to help readers understand how theoretical concepts are applied in real life. This is a valuable resource to academic and industrial researchers, graduate students, engineers, and professionals who need comprehensive information on photonics and plasmonics, and both theory and practical knowledge on hybrid interfaces.Features theoretical principles and practical applications, providing in-depth insights into fundamental concepts while addressing real-world challengesCovers emerging trends, design strategies, fabrication techniques, characterization methods, and applications in photonics and plasmonics at the interface of photonic crystal modalitiesInclude practical examples and case studies, demonstrating applications of theoretical concepts