Implementation of optical dielectric metamaterials: A review. (June 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Corbitt, Shandra J.; Francoeur, Mathieu; Raeymaekers, Bart
• Is Part Of: Journal of quantitative spectroscopy & radiative transfer. Volume 158(2015:Aug.)
• Page Start: 3
• Page End: 16
• Publication Date: 2015-06
• Subjects: Dielectric-based metamaterials -- Manufacturing -- Mie resonances -- Optical response; Spectrum analysis -- Periodicals; Radiation -- Periodicals; Analyse spectrale -- Périodiques; Rayonnement -- Périodiques; Radiation; Spectrum analysis; Periodicals; 543.0858
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jqsrt.2014.12.009
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0022-4073

Abstract

Abstract: Metamaterials are a class of man-made materials with exotic electromagnetic properties. The ability to fabricate three-dimensional macroscale metamaterials would enable embedding these structures in engineering applications and devices, to take advantage of their unique properties. This paper reviews the implementation of optical Mie resonance-based dielectric (MRD) metamaterials, as opposed to the more commonly used metallic-based metamaterials. Design constraints are derived based on Mie theory and related to fabrication specifications. Techniques to fabricate optical dielectric metamaterials are reviewed, including electron-beam lithography, focused ion beam lithography, nanoimprint lithography, and directed self-assembly. The limitations of each fabrication method are critically evaluated in light of the design constraints. The challenges that must be overcome to achieve fabrication and implementation of macroscale three-dimensional MRD metamaterials are discussed. Highlights: State-of-the-art fabrication techniques for dielectric metamaterials are reviewed. The limitations of each fabrication technique are evaluated. Obstacles impeding fabrication of macroscale metamaterials are discussed.