Spatially distributed low-crosstalk vector beams

A spatially distributed low-cross talk vector beam refers to a vector beam that exhibits different intensities, phases, and polarization states along the propagation direction. This type of vector beam features low-cross talk between beams on different planes and finds extensive applications in optical communications and related fields. However, current technologies face challenges such as intensity interference at different imaging planes and difficulties in the precise control of phases and polarization states, which affect beam quality. In this study, we investigated the beam propagation process and employed a global optimization strategy to precisely control the intensity and phase distribution of the beam fields. This approach ensures that the beam forms the desired complex amplitude distribution in the target region while effectively suppressing cross talk in non-target regions. We utilized the method to generate two beams with complementary intensities and phases. Subsequently, through an interference optical path, we separated these two beams and converted them into orthogonal polarization states. Finally, by superimposing these two beams, we obtained a spatially varying low-cross talk vector beam. We experimentally validated the beam’s different optical characteristics and low-cross talk properties on three planes. Our work opens up new prospects, to the best of our knowledge, for holographic technology with capabilities for ultra-fine depth control and polarization multiplexing.