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Dr. ZHU Zhanchen
Email: zhanchen.zhu@connect.polyu.hk
Affiliation: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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Research Interests: chalcogenide glass molding; infrared optics; nano-imprinting
Prof. Dr. LIU Changlin
Email: changlin_liu@hust.edu.cn
Affiliation: Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Research Interests: ultra-precision machining; nanoscale material removal mechanism; molecular dynamics simulation
Prof. Dr. WANG Ruoxin
Email: ruoxin.wang@connect.polyu.hk
Affiliation: Beihang University, Beijing, China
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Research Interests: AI in precision manufacturing; edge AI; digital twin
Dr. DANG Yanpei
Email: yanni.dang@connect.polyu.hk
Affiliation: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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Research Interests: optical micro-nano manufacturing; ceramic material; glass embossing
Summary
Chalcogenide glasses are promising materials for infrared optics and emerging photonic technologies because of their broad infrared transmission, high refractive indices, and excellent optical properties. However, the fabrication of high-precision and complex micro-nanostructures on chalcogenide glass remains challenging due to its unique thermomechanical behaviour, brittleness, and sensitivity to processing conditions.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for recent advances in the manufacturing, processing, characterization, and application of chalcogenide glasses and infrared optical micro-nanostructures. Particular emphasis will be placed on advanced and intelligent manufacturing approaches that enable high-precision, scalable, and functional optical structures. The scope includes conventional and emerging manufacturing technologies, as well as multiscale modelling and data-driven approaches for process optimization and manufacturing intelligence.
Suggested themes include:
· Chalcogenide glass molding, embossing, and nano-imprinting
· Ultra-precision machining and nanoscale material removal mechanisms
· Optical micro-nano manufacturing and infrared optical components
· Molecular dynamics and multiscale simulation of chalcogenide materials and manufacturing processes
· AI, edge AI, and machine learning for precision manufacturing
· Digital twins and intelligent process monitoring, optimization, and control
· Advanced chalcogenide materials, structures, and devices for infrared photonics
Keywords
chalcogenide glasses, chalcogenide materials, chalcogenide-based photonic devices, infrared optics, glass molding, micro-nanostructures, molecular dynamics, ultra-precision machining, artificial intelligence, machine learning
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