##  [Optomechanical Coupling](/optomechanical-coupling) 

  ##  [Optomechanical Coupling](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/optomechanical-coupling-0) 

  

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Definition

Mutual interaction between confined optical fields and mechanical degrees of freedom in which optical forces (radiation pressure, gradient forces) or photothermal effects change mechanical motion and mechanical displacement shifts optical mode properties (frequency, linewidth, or coupling), producing bidirectional dynamical coupling.