0-3 nanocomposites for optoelectronics and nonlinear optics

The linear and nonlinear optical properties of 0 - 3 nanocomposites are reviewed. These nanocomposites are prepared through wet chemical process in our laboratory and composed of host materials, such as: porous silica, polymer, liquid, containing ultrafine particles, such as: ferroelectrics and semiconductors. Our experimental measurements show that the linear optical properties of the nanocomposites can be modulated by the material preparation and the third order optical nonlinearity of the nanocomposites is largely enhanced. The future prospects for the preparation of the 0 - 3 nanocomposites and their applications to optoelectronic and nonlinear optical devices are discussed.