Photo-isomerization induces pattern instability, labyrinth and foam textures

V. Odent*, I. Andrade-Silva, M. G. Clerc, D. Escaff

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Abstract

We study experimentally, theoretically and numerically photo-isomerization transition between a nematic and isotropic phases, induced by a Gaussian laser beam. The photo-isomerization transition causes transitory phenomenon as pattern instability, labyrinth and foam textures.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBragg Gratings, Photosensitivity, and Poling in Glass Waveguides, BGPP 2014
PublisherOptica Publishing Group (formerly OSA)
ISBN (Electronic)9781557528209
StatePublished - 2014
EventBragg Gratings, Photosensitivity, and Poling in Glass Waveguides, BGPP 2014 - Barcelona , Spain
Duration: 27 Jul 201431 Jul 2014

Publication series

NameOptics InfoBase Conference Papers

Conference

ConferenceBragg Gratings, Photosensitivity, and Poling in Glass Waveguides, BGPP 2014
Country/TerritorySpain
CityBarcelona
Period27/07/1431/07/14

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