Coherent backscattering of light from a polydisperse random medium as a model of fractal aggregations of particles

Author(s):  
Toshiaki Iwai ◽  
Katsuhiro Ishii ◽  
Toshimitsu Asakura
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Author(s):  
H Schomerus ◽  
K. J. H. van Bemmel ◽  
C. W. J Beenakker

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T. Sun ◽  
Z. R. Qiu ◽  
H. M. Su ◽  
X. D. Zhang ◽  
Z. Q. Zhang ◽  
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Gianni Jacucci ◽  
Olimpia D. Onelli ◽  
Antonio De Luca ◽  
Jacopo Bertolotti ◽  
Riccardo Sapienza ◽  
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The scattering strength of a random medium relies on the geometry and spatial distribution of its components as well as on their refractive index. Anisotropy can, therefore, play a major role in the optimization of the scattering efficiency in both biological and synthetic materials. In this study, we show that, by exploiting the coherent backscattering phenomenon, it is possible to characterize the optical anisotropy inCyphochilusbeetle scales without the need to change their orientation or their thickness. For this reason, such a static and easily accessible experimental approach is particularly suitable for the study of biological specimens. Moreover, estimation of the anisotropy inCyphochilusbeetle scales might provide inspiration for improving the scattering strength of artificial white materials.


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