Breakthrough in Light Guidance: Scientists Develop Ultra-Compact 2D Optical Waveguides

Scientists at the University of Chicago have developed a 2D optical waveguide using a sheet of glass crystal just a few atoms thick. This ultra-thin waveguide can trap and carry light, allowing it to travel relatively long distances. The researchers have demonstrated the potential for creating 2D photonic circuits, which could lead to advancements in light-based computing and the development of sensors at the microscopic level. The system allows for easy manipulation of light using lenses and prisms, and the principles can be applied to other materials.