Abstract

Research into 2-D arrayed planar microlenses (0.2–2 mm in diameter) is reviewed. A planar microlens with N.A. = 0.54 has been obtained. Coupling of optical fibers and other applications of stacked planar optics are presented.

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Stacked planar optics: an application of the planar microlens

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