Nonlinear optical properties of some nanosized ammonium dihydrogen phosphate crystals incorporated in aluminum oxide nanopores

Abstract

This study explores the nonlinear optical properties of aluminum oxide (Al2O3) matrices embedded in ammonium dihydrogen phosphate (ADP) nanocrystals using third-harmonic generation (THG) techniques. The successful integration of ADP crystallites within the nanopores of the Al2O3 matrix was confirmed using x-ray structural analysis and electron microscopy. The optical absorption characteristics were examined over a wide wavelength range, revealing that the reflection and transmission spectra were notably affected by pore size and surface scattering effects. THG measurements conducted with a high-intensity infrared laser demonstrated a pronounced third-order nonlinear response, whereas second-harmonic generation was not observed. The absence of SHG can be attributed to phase mismatch and inherent material properties, including centrosymmetry and surface roughness. The comparative and Reintjes models were used to calculate the third-order nonlinear optical susceptibilities. Among these, the Reintjes model provided the most accurate fit for the experimental data. This research underscores the considerable influence of nanopore size on THG efficiency, highlighting the importance of light scattering and phase-matching conditions. These findings contribute to a growing body of knowledge regarding nonlinear optical phenomena in nanocomposite materials and offer valuable insights for future applications in photonic devices. This comprehensive analysis highlights the potential of Al2O3 matrices with embedded ADP nanocrystals to advance the field of nonlinear optics in nanocomposite materials and offers insights for prospective applications in photonic devices.