Figure 2 (IMAGE) Tohoku University Caption Fabrication of an ablation crater with a size corresponding to ~1/16 of the wavelength by single-shot laser irradiation of the back surface of a glass with an annular-shaped radially polarized beam. Credit Y. Kozawa et al. Usage Restrictions Reporters may use freely these materials in news coverage with appropriate credit information. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.