Abstract
This study presents a novel near-field optics technology. A nearfield cover glass slip (NF-CGS) was developed to improve the resolution of optical microscopy beyond the diffraction limit. A multi-layered structure of cover glass/ZnS-SiO2 (130 nm)/AgOx (15 nm)/ ZnS-SiO2 (40 nm) was employed to generate the optical coupling effect for increasing the contrast and enhancing resolution of imaging. This novel innovation is expected to be employed in near-field imaging techniques for samples in different environments because of its simplicity, rapid laser scanning, and minimal costs. Experimental results of 500 nm, 200 nm, and 100 nm standard polystyrene nanospheres on NF-CGS and normal cover glass are demonstrated and imaged by using a laser scanning confocal microscope. ©2012 Optical Society of America.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 16205-16211 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Optics Express |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 15 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 16 Jul 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics