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Multidimensional modulation of light fields via a combination of two-dimensional materials and meta-structures

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In recent years, researchers have increasingly directed their attention towards modulating light fields through the unique properties of two-dimensional materials and the free designability of meta-structures. Graphene, transition metal sulfides, transition metal nitrides, and other two-dimensional materials have emerged as star materials in recent years due to their extraordinary properties that are vastly different from those of traditional three-dimensional materials. As a result, these materials hold immense potential for further exploration and research. Taking advantage of the free designability of meta-structures can be an effective means of unlocking the full potential of 2D materials. Accordingly, this review presents an overview of recent research progress in the area of light field modulation achieved by combining 2D materials with meta-structures. The review initially covers the properties of 2D materials, followed by the concepts, principles, design, and preparation of meta-structures. Then the review delves into the concrete examples of the impact and effect of the combination on light field modulation. Lastly, the review concludes with a comprehensive summary and analysis of the current challenges and potential future developments of combining 2D materials with meta-structures.

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This work was supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China (Grant Nos. 2019YFA0210203, 2020YFA0211300), National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 62225501, 12027807), and High-performance Computing Platform of Peking University.

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Zheng, Z., Huang, Y., Wu, F. et al. Multidimensional modulation of light fields via a combination of two-dimensional materials and meta-structures. Sci. China Inf. Sci. 66, 160403 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11432-023-3753-9

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