Optimal spatiotemporal focusing through complex scattering media

Phys Rev E Stat Nonlin Soft Matter Phys. 2012 Jan;85(1 Pt 2):016605. doi: 10.1103/PhysRevE.85.016605. Epub 2012 Jan 30.

Abstract

We present an alternative approach for spatiotemporal focusing through complex scattering media by wave front shaping. Using a nonlinear feedback signal to shape the incident pulsed wave front, we show that the limit of a spatiotemporal matched filter can be achieved; i.e., the wave amplitude at the intended time and focus position is maximized for a given input energy. It is exactly what is also achieved with time reversal. Demonstrated with ultrasound experiments, our method is generally applicable to all types of waves.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't