Abstract

In this article, an all-fiber super-variable focusing vortex beam generator is proposed and demonstrated, the focal point of which can be drastically relocated by varying the wavelength of the incident light. The all-fiber generator is fabricated by etching a spiral zone plate (SZP) on the top of the composite fiber structure composed of a single mode fiber and a quarter pitch graded index fiber using focused ion beam lithography. Numerical simulation and experimental measurements have been applied in investigation of all-fiber output light field characteristics, such as the focal spot, focal length, and vortex topological charges. Results show that these parameters can be controlled by flexibly adjusting the design parameters of SZP microstructure. In particular, the position of the donut-shaped focus spot can be dynamically tuned in a wide range by varying the incident laser wavelength with the focal spot profile remains constant. The all-fiber generator can be potentially applied in particle manipulation, high capacity communication, and fiber optic endoscopic imaging, all of which require ultra-compact, multi-dimension, and flexible focusing schemes.

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