3D Printed Nanophotonic Waveguides

3D integration of photonic nanowire waveguides is demonstrated by a precise and versatile meniscus-guided 3D nanoprinting method. By realizing 3D direct linking of nanophotonic elements with no substrate leakage and, moreover, excellent stretchable operations (>50%), 3D functional photonic components of multiplexers and splitters are demonstrated finally. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.