Research progress in chiral negative refraction

Abstract

Abstract:

Negative refraction materials have attracted much attention and been intensively studied ever since its realization in experiment. Progress in achieving negative refraction through chiral media has been presented. After brief review on the fundamental theory, simulation and experimental realization of the chiral structure, its bright prospect and applicable potential have been demonstrated.

Key words: negative refraction, chirality, perfect lens, optical rotation

CLC Number:

O431

DONG Jian-Feng, XU Chao, XU Jian. Research progress in chiral negative refraction[J]. J4, 2009, 26(4): 385-393.

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