Abstract
We present a computational model for the simulation of optically interacting nano-structures immersed in a viscous fluid. In this scheme, nanostructures are represented by aggregates of small spheres. All optical and hydrodynamic interactions, including thermal fluctuations, are included. As an example, we consider optical binding of dielectric nanowires in counterpropagating plane waves. In particular, the formation of stable, ladder like structures, is demonstrated. In these arrangements, each nanowire lies parallel to the polarization direction of the beams, with their centres of mass colinear.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Optical Trapping and Optical Micromanipulation X |
Volume | 8810 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Event | Optical Trapping and Optical Micromanipulation X - San Diego, CA, United States Duration: 25 Aug 2013 → 29 Aug 2013 |
Conference
Conference | Optical Trapping and Optical Micromanipulation X |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | San Diego, CA |
Period | 25/08/13 → 29/08/13 |
Keywords
- Brownian motion
- coupled dipole method
- nanostructures
- nanowires
- Optical binding