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
PublisherOptical Society of America (OSA)
ISBN (Electronic)9781557528209
DOIs
StatePublished - 21 Jul 2014
EventBragg Gratings, Photosensitivity, and Poling in Glass Waveguides, BGPP 2014 - Barcelona , Spain
Duration: 27 Jul 201431 Jul 2014

Publication series

NameBragg Gratings, Photosensitivity, and Poling in Glass Waveguides, BGPP 2014

Conference

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

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