Hierarchical structures that combine microlens arrays and nanostructures exhibit exceptional potential in enhancing optical characteristics of optoelectronic devices. Furthermore, multi-scale architectures confer multifunctional capabilities to these devices. Existing methodologies for creating hierarchical structures can be classified by the initial structure fabricated: the "microfirst" and "nanofirst" approaches. Among these, the nanofirst strategy stands out as the most versatile, despite presenting challenges in 3D micropatterning on existing nanostructured surfaces. However, it leads to a greater challenge involving 3D micropatterning on existing nanostructured surfaces. To address this challenge, we propose a novel technique for fabricating hierarchical 3D microstructures through controlled bending of suspended microdisks. This method offers new perspectives on achieving hierarchical structures and 3D microstructures.
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