Realization of Optically Compensated Bend State using Surface Polymer Stabilization

  • Jeon, E.J. (Dept. of Polymer Nano.Science and Engineering, Chonbuk National University) ;
  • Kang, B.G. (Dept. of Polymer Nano.Science and Engineering, Chonbuk National University) ;
  • Kwon, D.W. (Dept. of Polymer Nano.Science and Engineering, Chonbuk National University) ;
  • Lim, Y.J. (Dept. of Polymer Nano.Science and Engineering, Chonbuk National University) ;
  • Lee, M.H. (Dept. of Polymer Nano.Science and Engineering, Chonbuk National University) ;
  • Lee, S.H. (Dept. of Polymer Nano.Science and Engineering, Chonbuk National University)
  • Published : 2009.10.12

Abstract

Optically compensated bend (OCB) mode has intrinsic characteristics such as wide viewing angle and fast response time. However, in order to operate the OCB mode in bend state, this device needs quick transitions from the initial splay state to bend state. In this paper, we proposed OCB mode with initially bend state using reactive mesogen (RM) monomer for surface polymer stabilization. The device shows continuous reorientation of the LC with applied field and a very fast response time.

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