Abstract
We propose a novel type of semiconductor laser mode-locked by the Kerr-effect induced refractive index change of a polymer. Such a device is shown to have the potential to produce dramatically shorter pulses than those devices currently in use.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1063-1069 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics |
Volume | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Sept 2004 |
Keywords
- mode locked lasers
- nonlinear optics
- optical Kerr effect
- optical polymers
- optical pulse generation
- photonic crystal
- semiconductor lasers
- PULSE GENERATION
- WAVE-GUIDES
- CHIRP COMPENSATION
- PHOTONIC CRYSTALS
- LOCKING
- DIODES
- REFLECTORS
- DISPERSION
- DYNAMICS
- FIBER