Optical Forces on Chiral Particles: Science and Applications
Weicheng Yi,
Haiyang Huang,
Chengxing Lai,
Tao He,
Zhanshan Wang,
Xinhua Dai,
Yuzhi Shi,
Xinbin Cheng
Affiliations
Weicheng Yi
Institute of Precision Optical Engineering, School of Physics Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Haiyang Huang
Institute of Precision Optical Engineering, School of Physics Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Chengxing Lai
Institute of Precision Optical Engineering, School of Physics Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Tao He
Institute of Precision Optical Engineering, School of Physics Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Zhanshan Wang
Institute of Precision Optical Engineering, School of Physics Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Xinhua Dai
Technology Innovation Center of Mass Spectrometry for State Market Regulation, Center for Advanced Measurement Science, National Institute of Metrology, Beijing 100029, China
Yuzhi Shi
Institute of Precision Optical Engineering, School of Physics Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Xinbin Cheng
Institute of Precision Optical Engineering, School of Physics Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Chiral particles have attracted considerable attention due to their distinctive interactions with light, which enable a variety of cutting-edge applications. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of the optical forces acting on chiral particles, categorizing them into gradient force, radiation pressure, optical lateral force, pulling force, and optical force on coupled chiral particles. We thoroughly overview the fundamental physical mechanisms underlying these forces, supported by theoretical models and experimental evidence. Additionally, we discuss the practical implications of these optical forces, highlighting their potential applications in optical manipulation, particle sorting, chiral sensing, and detection. This review aims to offer a thorough understanding of the intricate interplay between chiral particles and optical forces, laying the groundwork for future advancements in nanotechnology and photonics.
