Abstract
We report a novel type of electro-optical switching in a tilted smectic phase of bent-shaped mesogens. The switching consists of a continuous stage and two bistable transitions. Detailed optical and electro-optical measurements using high-speed imaging are given and possible interpretations of the experimental results are discussed.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Calorimetry
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Electricity
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Electrochemistry
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Emulsions
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Ferric Compounds / chemistry*
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Image Processing, Computer-Assisted
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Liquid Crystals / chemistry*
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Liquid Crystals / ultrastructure
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Microscopy
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Optics and Photonics*
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Surface Properties
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Temperature
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Time Factors
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X-Ray Diffraction
Substances
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Emulsions
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Ferric Compounds