Abstract
A near - field focusing element (NFFE) integrated on a planar waveguide has been developed and applied to the writing and reading of marks in a phase - change material. Using a NFFE fabricated on a Ta2O5 waveguide, we have recorded marks with dimensions of λ / 4 with high optical efficiency.
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