Oxygen bridged nitroanilines for quadratic nonlinear optics

Several nitro aromatic compounds bridged by an oxygen atom have been synthesized and their linear and nonlinear optical properties have been investigated. In one of the compounds (1), a powder SHG efficiency of 6.2 times of urea was observed while its absorption lies in the UV region. The highest molecular hyperpolarizability β, measured was 230×10⁻³⁰ for a compound (8f) with increased conjugation. Thermal stability of these compounds has been checked using differential scanning calorimetry and the decomposition temperature (T_d) was found to be high and lying between 266-298 °C. These molecules have potential importance as thermally stable, visible-transparent second order NLO materials.     

Synthesis,crystal structure,magnetic properties and second harmonic generation of a new noncentrosymmetric coordination compound:Triaqua(4-amino-6-methoxypyrimidine) cuprate(Ⅱ)sulfate

The chemical preparation, crystal structure and infrared spectroscopic characterization of the triaqua(4-amino-6-methoxypyrimidine) cuprate(II) sulfate, [Cu(C_5H_7N_3)(H_2O)_3]SO_4, is reported. The compound crystallizes in the noncentrosymmetric orthorhombic space group P2_12_12_1 with lattice parameters a = 7.9025(3), b = 11.1189(4), c = 12.9720(4) , V = 1139.81(7) ~3 and Z = 4. The Cu(II) cation is fivecoordinated, in an early half-way between square pyramidal and trigonal bipyramidal fashion, by two nitrogen atoms of the 4-amino-6-methoxypyrimidine ligand and three water oxygen atoms. In the atomic arrangement, the organic ligands and the 5-connected Cu centers are linked with each other to give a 1-D corrugated hybrid chain running along the b-axis direction. The chains are interconnected by the SO_4~(2-) anions via O–H...O, O–H...S, C–H...O and N–H...O hydrogen bonds to form layers spreading parallel to the(011) plane. The vibrational absorption bands were identified by infrared spectroscopy. Quantitative measurements of the second harmonic generation(SHG) of a powdered sample at 1064 nm were performed and a relative efficiency of 5.2 times the KDP standard was observed. Magnetic properties were also defined to characterize the complex. Magnetic measurements revealed that this material had a onedimensional antiferromagnetic character. The magnetic parameters were g = 2.11 and 2J/k B = -36 K.     

Poled amorphous polymers for second-order nonlinear optics

Recent advances in poled amorphous polymers for second-order nonlinear optics are discussed with emphasis on stabilizing the frozen-in nonlinearity via chemical crosslinking under electric fields. Specific examples of a linear polymer and a crosslinked polymer, both with nitroaniline-type chromophores covalently attached as side groups, are presented and compared in their glass transition behavior, linear optical properties, poling dynamics, and stability of frozen-in nonlinearity. It is demonstrated that by employing chemical crosslinking under electric fields one can prepare highly efficient and stable poled polymers that exhibit no decay in nonlinearity at ambient conditions and no apparent tendency of decay even at 85°C as well as excellent optical properties. The historical development of organic materials for second-order nonlinear optics and recent advances in device fabrication based on poled polymers are also discussed briefly.     

Quadratic nonlinear optical properties of ruthenium (II)-bipyridine complexes in crystalline powders

Quadratic nonlinear optical properties for the crystalline powders of two types of ruthenium-bipyridine [Ru(bipy)₃] complexes were investigated. The nonlinear optical processes markedly depended on the molecular structures of the ruthenium complexes. Second harmonic generation (SHG) and very weak two-photon emission were observed for the alkylated ruthenium-bipyridine compexes with two long alkyl chains attached via amide bonds (RuC_nB), whereas only two-photon emission was observed for Ru(bipy)₃. The existence of two amide bonds in one bipyridine ligand for RuC_nB complexes most probably enhanced the molecular hyperpolarizability as compared with Ru(bipy)₃. The SHG intensity from RuC_nB complexes increased in the order RuC₁₈B < RuC₁₂B < RuC₁₆B. The order of SHG intensity from RuC_nB was ascribed to the difference in size of each crystalline powder estimated by X-ray diffraction methods.     

Synthesis and Characterization of ASnOAsO4(A = K and Rb)

Crystals of two alkali-metal tin(IV) arsenates, KSnOAsO₄ and RbSnOAsO₄, were grown from a flux and structurally characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data: RSnOAsO₄, orthorhombic, Pna2₁ (No. 33), a = 13.406(3) Å, b = 6.678(1) Å, c = 10.921(2) Å, Z = 8, R = 0.037 for 1173 independent reflections with I > 2.5ó(l); RbSnOAsO₄, as above except a = 13.567(3) Å, b = 6.791( 1) Å, c = 10.891(2) Å, R = 0.035 for 1958 independent reflections. The two compounds are isostructural with the nonlinear optical material KTiOPO₄. The oxygen frameworks of both tin compounds approximate closely to a centrosymmetric arrangement, as indicated from the analysis of atomic coordinates. Second harmonics were generated in powdered RbSnOAsO₄ to confirm the absence of a center of symmetry in the structure.     

Tunable UV generation at 283 nm by frequency doubling and sum frequency mixing of two semiconductor lasers for the detection of Pb

High resolution atomic absorption measurements of lead at 283 nm in a vapor cell were performed by frequency doubling an 850 nm laser diode to obtain 425 nm light, followed by sum frequency generation of the harmonic radiation with a second 850 nm laser diode.     

半花菁LB多层膜的光学非线性各向异性研究

用偏振紫外-可见吸收及旋转样品二次谐波（SHG）测量法研究了半花菁／花生酸Y型交替多层膜中分子在基极平面内分布的各向异性．拉膜过程引发的半花菁分子在平面内沿提拉方向的规则取向具有镜面对称性,并随着拉膜速度或层数的增大而增强．     

用后功能化方法合成含吲哚二阶非线性光学发色团侧基的高分子

用后功能化方法合成了两类连有吲哚二阶非线性光学发色团侧基的高分子.通过核磁、红外、紫外-可见、示差扫描量热分析、分子量测定等手段对所得高分子进行了鉴定.此合成方法简便易行,易于产物的分离提纯,为二阶非线性光学材料的合成提供了一种新方法.     

Phase matching second harmonic generation at 0.8716 μm in a Na2SeO4·H2SeO3·H2O crystal

Na₂SeO₄·H₂SeO₃H₂O are transparent orthorhombic (class group mm2) crystals which exhibit interesting second order nonlinear optical properties in the blue region of the visible spectrum. We demonstrate here the efficient generation at λ_ω=0.8716 μm of the second harmonic in a peculiar crystal configuration where type I phase matching occurs.     

High glass transition temperature chromophore functionalised poly(phenylquinoxalines) for nonlinear optics

New chromophore functionalised second-order nonlinear optical (NLO) poly(phenylquinoxalines) were prepared by reaction of a bis(1,2-dicarbonyl)chromophore monomer and a tetraamine at room temperature. The heterocyclic polymers have high glass transition temperatures (>195 °C) and can therefore be excellent polymeric materials with high poling stabilities of the NLO effect.     

新型隔层材料LB交替多层膜的二次谐波研究

有机光学非线性材料在光计算和光通讯领域中有着非常广泛的应用前景［1,2］．非中心对称结构是二阶非线性光学器件的基本要求之一,对于有机两亲光学活性分子而言,使用能够在分子尺度上实现有序组装的Langmuir－Blodgett（LB）技术,可以制备具有稳定而非中心对称结构的多层膜．一般说来,Y型结构的多层膜比X型或Z型更稳定．然而,由单一材料组成的Y型LB多层膜只能形成中心对称结构,因而对宏观二阶非线性极化率X（2）没有贡献．为了解决稳定性与非中心对称性的矛盾,我们可以将光学非线性活性材料（如半花菁染料）与非活性隔层材料…     

磷脂酰胆碱LB单分子膜诱导下KDP晶体取向生长的研究

有机超薄膜诱导晶体生长是在化学、物理与生物多门学科相互交融的基础上发展起来的新兴学科 ,并逐渐成为仿生合成的重要分支 [1] .目前的研究重点主要集中于以有机化合物 LB膜作为模板剂诱导生物矿化材料上 [2～ 5] .磷脂 LB膜是生物膜的简化模型体系 [6 ] ,用它作模板剂将使该领域的研究进一步接近生物体系 .对晶体而言 ,修饰晶体材料的特征对于改善和测定材料的光学性能至关重要 [2 ] ,但目前有关上述领域的研究几乎均是空白 .KH2 PO4 ( KDP)晶体是性能优良的非线性光学材料 [7] ,本文首次以磷脂分子 LB膜作为模板剂诱导 KDP的晶化…     

ENR/PCL Polymer biocomposites from renewable resources

Polymers made of renewable raw materials are attracting increasing interest because of diminishing oil deposits and the pro-ecological character of such polymers. The aim of our study was to create composites of polycaprolactone (PLC) and epoxidised natural rubber (ENR) using innovative natural additives. The cross-linking of composites was performed with the use of amino acids, flavonoids and fatty acids to eliminate sulphur and peroxides that are not environmentally friendly. Some of the cross-linkers used fulfilled the role of antioxidants. Based on WAXD, SEM and DSC examinations, we found good miscibility and compatibility of the polymers. All the innovative compounds used appeared to be good cross-linkers. The best ENR/PCL composite cross-linking effect was obtained with the use of quercetin, a flavonoid that also appeared to be a good anti-ageing substance. The mechanical properties of the composites were satisfactory. Their tensile strength ranged from 10 to 22 MPa at elongation in the range of 292–436%. The ENR/PCL composites were more thermally stable than ENR vulcanisates due to their improved resistance to oxidation. Undoubtedly, these composites exhibit the features of innovative pro-ecological products. They meet current ecological requirements and can be widely used in medicine as well as in materials for common use, such as food packaging.