Three-dimensional parallel holographic micropatterning using a spatial light modulator

Opt Express. 2008 Sep 29;16(20):15942-8. doi: 10.1364/oe.16.015942.

Abstract

We present a micropatterning method for the automatic transfer and arbitrary positioning of computer-generated three-dimensional structures within a substrate. The Gerchberg-Saxton algorithm and an electrically addressed spatial light modulator (SLM) are used to create and display phase holograms, respectively. A holographic approach to light manipulation enables arbitrary and efficient parallel photo-patterning. Multiple pyramidal microstructures were created simultaneously in a photosensitive adhesive. A scanning electron microscope was used to confirm successful replication of the desired microscale structures.

MeSH terms

  • Adhesives
  • Algorithms
  • Equipment Design
  • Holography / instrumentation*
  • Holography / methods*
  • Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / methods
  • Lasers
  • Lenses
  • Light
  • Microscopy / methods*
  • Microscopy, Electron, Scanning
  • Optics and Photonics*

Substances

  • Adhesives