Abstract
Improving the spatial resolution of the light-modulated scalar order parameter allows high-precision manipulation of functional molecules in the liquid crystals. This study shows that the poor resolution caused by the diffusion of azobenzene is overcome through the polymerization of an azobenzene monomer in the nematic phase. The photo-induced spatial variation of birefringence of non-polymerized and polymerized samples is quantitatively investigated under the same stimulating light. The resolution of the non-polymerized sample decays with time, while the polymerized sample can maintain this feature close to that of the stimulating light.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
