Abstract
We experimentally and numerically study near-field and far-field visible light scattering from lithographically defined micron scale dielectric particles. We demonstrate field confinement and elongated intensity features known as photonic nanojets in the Fresnel zone. An experimental setup is introduced which allows simultaneous mapping of the angular properties of the scattering in the Fresnel zone and far-field regions. Precise control over the shape, size and position of the scatterers, allows direction control of the near-field intensity distribution. Intensity features with 1/3 the divergence of free space Gaussian beams of similar waist are experimentally observed. Additionally the direction and polarization of the incident light can be used to switch on and off intensity hot spots in the near-field. Together these parameters allow a previously un-obtainable level of control over the intensity distribution in the near-field, compared to spherically and cylindrically symmetric scattering particles.
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