Experimental evidence shows optical forces create significant deformation in micron-scaled optical waveguides, suggesting new applications in photopolymer technology.
Optical forces emerge when light travels through curved waveguides. This study presents experimental evidence that optical forces can cause significant mechanical deformation in micron-scaled curved optical waveguides made of a soft polymer material. The findings are further supported by an analytical model that considers the mechanical properties of the photopolymer waveguide.
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