Photon Orbital Angular Momentum

Photon Orbital Angular Momentum (OAM) refers to a property of light waves where each photon can carry a twist or corkscrew-like motion, giving it a sort of "spin" beyond its usual energy and polarization. Imagine a wave front that spirals as it moves forward, like a tornado of light. This twisted structure enables photons to encode more information, which can improve communication technologies. OAM is distinct from the photon’s intrinsic spin (its polarization) and adds a new dimension for transmitting data securely and efficiently.