arXiv (Cornell University),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
Optical
phase
conjugation
(OPC)
is
a
nonlinear
technique
used
for
counteracting
wavefront
distortions,
with
various
applications
ranging
from
imaging
to
beam
focusing.
Here,
we
present
the
design
of
diffractive
processor
approximate
all-optical
operation
input
fields
aberrations.
Leveraging
deep
learning,
set
passive
layers
was
optimized
all-optically
process
an
arbitrary
phase-aberrated
coherent
field
aperture,
producing
output
distribution
that
conjugate
wave.
We
experimentally
validated
efficacy
this
by
3D
fabricating
trained
using
learning
and
performing
OPC
on
distortions
never
seen
during
its
training.
Employing
terahertz
radiation,
our
physical
successfully
performed
task
through
shallow
spatially-engineered
volume
axially
spans
tens
wavelengths.
In
addition
transmissive
configuration,
also
created
phase-conjugate
mirror
combining
learning-optimized
standard
mirror.
Given
compact,
scalable
nature,
can
be
diverse
OPC-related
applications,
e.g.,
turbidity
suppression
aberration
correction,
adaptable
different
parts
electromagnetic
spectrum,
especially
those
where
cost-effective
engineering
solutions
do
not
exist.
Advanced Photonics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(05)
Published: July 25, 2024
Quantitative
phase
imaging
(QPI)
is
a
label-free
technique
that
provides
optical
path
length
information
for
transparent
specimens,
finding
utility
in
biology,
materials
science,
and
engineering.
Here,
we
present
QPI
of
three-dimensional
(3D)
stack
phase-only
objects
using
wavelength-multiplexed
diffractive
processor.
Utilizing
multiple
spatially
engineered
layers
trained
through
deep
learning,
this
processor
can
transform
the
distributions
two-dimensional
at
various
axial
positions
into
intensity
patterns,
each
encoded
unique
wavelength
channel.
These
patterns
are
projected
onto
single
field
view
output
plane
processor,
enabling
capture
quantitative
input
located
different
planes
an
intensity-only
image
sensor.
Based
on
numerical
simulations,
show
our
could
simultaneously
achieve
all-optical
across
several
distinct
by
scanning
illumination
wavelength.
A
proof-of-concept
experiment
with
3D-fabricated
further
validates
approach,
showcasing
successful
two
terahertz
spectrum.
Diffractive
network-based
multiplane
designs
open
up
new
avenues
compact
on-chip
sensing
devices.
Advanced Photonics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(05)
Published: Oct. 31, 2024
The
2024
Nobel
Prize
in
Physics
recognized
John
Hopfield
and
Geoffrey
Hinton
for
their
pioneering
work
on
artificial
neural
networks,
which
profoundly
impacted
the
physical
sciences,
particularly
optics
photonics.
This
perspective
summarizes
laureates'
contributions,
highlighting
physics-based
principles
inspiration
behind
development
of
modern
intelligence
(AI)
also
outlining
some
emerging
major
advances
achieved
photonics
enabled
by
AI.
Nanophotonics,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
12(20), P. 3955 - 3962
Published: Oct. 1, 2023
Abstract
Polarization
(
P
),
angular
index
l
and
radius
p
)
are
three
independent
degrees
of
freedom
(DoFs)
vector
vortex
beams,
which
have
found
extensive
applications
in
various
domains.
While
efficient
sorting
a
single
DoF
has
been
achieved
successfully,
simultaneous
all
these
DoFs
compact
manner
remains
challenge.
In
this
study,
we
propose
beam
sorter
that
simultaneously
handles
the
using
diffractive
deep
neural
network
(D
2
NN),
demonstrate
robust
120
Laguerre–Gaussian
(LG)
modes
experimentally
visible
spectrum.
Our
proposed
underscores
considerable
potential
D
NN
optical
field
manipulation
promises
to
enhance
diverse
beams.
Abstract
Diffractive
deep
neural
network
(D
2
NN),
known
for
its
high
speed
and
strong
parallelism,
is
applied
across
various
fields,
including
pattern
recognition,
image
processing,
transmission.
However,
existing
architectures
primarily
focus
on
data
representation
within
the
original
domain,
with
limited
exploration
of
latent
space,
thereby
restricting
information
mining
capabilities
multifunctional
integration
D
NNs.
Here,
an
all‐optical
autoencoder
(OAE)
framework
proposed
that
linearly
encodes
input
wavefield
into
a
prior
shape
distribution
in
diffractive
space
(DLS)
decodes
encoded
back
to
wavefield.
By
leveraging
bidirectional
multiplexing
property
NN,
OAE
modelsfunction
as
encoders
one
direction
decoders
opposite
direction.
The
models
are
three
areas:
denoising,
noise‐resistant
reconfigurable
classification,
generation.
Proof‐of‐concept
experiments
conducted
validate
numerical
simulations.
exploits
potential
representations,
enabling
single
set
processors
simultaneously
achieve
reconstruction,
representation,
This
work
not
only
offers
fresh
insights
design
optical
generative
but
also
paves
way
developing
multifunctional,
highly
integrated,
general
intelligent
systems.
Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: May 14, 2025
Information
security
aims
to
protect
confidentiality
and
prevent
information
leakage,
which
inherently
conflicts
with
the
goal
of
sharing.
Balancing
these
competing
requirements
is
especially
challenging
in
all-optical
systems,
where
efficient
data
transmission
rigorous
are
essential.
Here
we
propose
experimentally
demonstrate
a
metasurface-based
approach
that
integrates
phase
manipulation,
polarization
conversion,
as
well
direction-
polarization-selective
functionalities
into
diffractive
neural
networks
(DNNs).
This
enables
polarization-controllable
switch
between
unidirectional
bidirectional
DNNs,
thus
simultaneously
realizing
A
cascaded
terahertz
metasurface
comprising
quarter-wave
plates
metallic
gratings
designed
function
unidirectional-bidirectional
classifier
imager.
By
introducing
half-wave
cascade
metasurface,
achieve
polarization-controlled
transition
unidirectional-bidirectional-unidirectional
modes
for
classification
imaging.
Furthermore,
high-security
exchange
framework
based
on
DNNs.
The
proposed
DNNs
polarization-switchable
unidirectional/bidirectional
capabilities
offer
significant
potential
privacy
protection,
encryption,
communications,
exchange.
Electronics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(3), P. 617 - 617
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
Lensless
imaging
allows
for
designing
systems
that
are
free
from
the
constraints
of
traditional
architectures.
As
a
broadly
investigated
technique,
mask-modulated
lensless
encodes
light
signals
via
mask
plate
integrated
with
image
sensor,
which
is
more
compacted,
scalability
and
compressive
abilities.
Here,
we
review
latest
advancements
in
imaging,
reconstruction
algorithms,
related
techniques,
future
directions
applications.
ACS Photonics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(8), P. 2906 - 2922
Published: Aug. 12, 2024
Optical
imaging
and
sensing
systems
based
on
diffractive
elements
have
seen
massive
advances
over
the
last
several
decades.
Earlier
generations
of
optical
processors
were,
in
general,
designed
to
deliver
information
an
independent
system
that
was
separately
optimized,
primarily
driven
by
human
vision
or
perception.
With
recent
deep
learning
digital
neural
networks,
there
been
efforts
establish
are
jointly
optimized
with
networks
serving
as
their
back-end.
These
hybrid
(optical
+
digital)
a
new
"diffractive
language"
between
input
electromagnetic
waves
carry
analog
process
digitized
at
back-end,
providing
best
both
worlds.
Such
designs
can
spatially
temporally
coherent,
partially
incoherent
waves,
universal
coverage
for
any
varying
set
point
spread
functions
be
given
task,
executed
collaboration
networks.
In
this
Perspective,
we
highlight
utility
exciting
engineered
programmed
diffraction
diverse
range
applications.
We
survey
some
major
innovations
enabled
push–pull
relationship
analogue
wave
processing
also
covering
significant
benefits
could
reaped
through
synergy
these
two
complementary
paradigms.
Journal of the Optical Society of America B,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
40(11), P. 2951 - 2951
Published: Sept. 27, 2023
In
2018,
a
UCLA
research
group
published
an
important
paper
on
optical
neural
network
(ONN)
in
the
journal
Science
.
It
developed
world’s
first
all-optical
diffraction
deep
(DNN)
system,
which
can
perform
MNIST
dataset
classification
tasks
at
near-light-speed.
To
be
specific,
adopted
terahertz
light
source
as
input,
established
diffractive
DNN
(D
2
NN)
model
using
Rayleigh-Sommerfeld
theory,
optimized
parameters
stochastic
gradient
descent
algorithm,
and
then
used
3D
printing
technology
to
make
grating
built
D
NN
system.
This
opened
new
ONN
direction.
Here,
we
review
analyze
development
history
basic
theory
of
artificial
networks
(ANNs)
ONNs.
Second,
elaborate
holographic
elements
(HOEs)
interconnected
by
free
space
describe
NN.
Then
cover
nonlinear
application
scenarios
for
Finally,
future
directions
challenges
are
briefly
discussed.
Hopefully,
our
work
provide
support
help
researchers
who
study
future.