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Optical data storage in Langmuir-Blodgett-Kuhn multilayer assemblies of azo-dye side chain LC-polymers

Helmut RingsdorfWolfgang KnollA. SchmidtC. UrbanM. Sawodny

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chemistry.chemical_classification3D optical data storageMaterials sciencePolymers and PlasticsOrganic ChemistryPolymerSubstrate (printing)Condensed Matter PhysicsLangmuir–Blodgett filmchemistry.chemical_compoundchemistryChemical engineeringAzobenzeneMaterials ChemistrySide chainOrganic chemistryIsomerization

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We describe the preparation of LB-films of novel polymers containing azobenzene dye side chains. X-ray refection measurements, surface-plasmon experiments were used to determine the structure of LB-films which had been transferred onto a substrate. Illumination with UV-light causes trans-cis isomerisation of the azobenzene side groups. This effect can be used for optical data storage and will be discussed in detail.

https://doi.org/10.1002/masy.19910460128