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Briefing: Twisted Bilayer Photonic Crystals Dynamically Tune Light's Handedness
Strategic angle: Harvard researchers develop a chip-scale device to control the optical chirality of light.
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The Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences has introduced a chip-scale device that can dynamically control the handedness of light, also referred to as optical chirality.
This innovative technology allows for real-time adjustments to light's properties, which could enhance the performance of optical communication systems and quantum computing applications.
The development underscores the importance of advanced photonic structures in modern optical systems, potentially leading to improved throughput and efficiency in various applications.