Anodic alumina photonic crystals: Structure engineering, optical properties and prospective applications

Anodic alumina photonic crystal is a porous periodic dielectric structure and has been extensively studied by researchers due to its straightforward preparation processes, porous features, high chemical, and thermal sta-bility. The photonic structure consists of periodic layers of dielectrics with strong light scattering from the porous feature that allows for versatile tailoring of the optical properties of the anodic alumina photonic crystal. In this review, the related theories, application-oriented structure tailoring, optical properties, and selected applications are summarized. Finally, we forecast future research and applications.

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This review summarizes the related theories, application-oriented structure tailoring, optical properties, and selected applications of anodic alumina photonic crystal. Anodic alumina photonic crystal is a porous periodic dielectric structure that has been extensively studied due to its straightforward preparation processes, porous features, high chemical, and thermal stability. The porous feature of the photonic crystal allows for versatile tailoring of its optical properties and results in strong light scattering.