Microwave Topological Photonics
Published in ACS Photonics
With Mattei et al., I worked to create a 3D-printed, 2-dimensional topological photonic crystal and showed how the fragile topology was sensitive to certain defects.
Projects
These are a couple of projects that have already been completed. For obvious reasons, current work is not shared here until published or presented. In general, my focus is on using additive manufacturing methods (like 3D-printing) to create photonic/phononic crystals. We hope that additive manufacturing will allow for unprecedented control in the creation of defects and other discontinuities, which are the locations where the most interesting physics occur!
Acoustic Crystals
Published in Applied Physics Letters
With Wang et al., I helped conceptualize methods to fabricate 2D photonic crystals using metal 3D-printing. The metal construction increases the acoustic impedance contrast, and allows for underwater use.