Abstract
An overview of near-field optics is presented with a focus on the fundamental advances that have been made in the field since its inception 30 years ago. A focus is placed on the advancements that have been achieved in instrumentation. These advances have led to a greater generality of use with ultra-low mechanical and optical noise and the ultimate in force sensitivity with near-field optical probes. An emphasis is placed on the importance of fully integrating near-field optics with other imaging and spectroscopic modalities including Raman spectroscopy and electron/ion beam imaging. Important directions in probe design, force feedback methods and scanner flexibility are described. These developing avenues provide considerable optimism for an ever increasing incorporation of near-field optics to help resolve critical problems in fundamental and applied science.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 3-18 |
Number of pages | 16 |
Journal | Nanophotonics |
Volume | 3 |
Issue number | 1-2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Apr 2014 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2014 Science Wise Publishing & De Gruyter.
Keywords
- FIB
- Multiprobe
- Nanophotonics
- Near-field optics
- PALM
- Raman
- SEM
- SNOM
- sSNOM
- STED
- STORM