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Implementation of a Coherent Anti-Stokes Raman Scattering (CARS) System on a Ti:Sapphire and OPO Laser Based Standard Laser Scanning Microscope
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A low-threshold self-referenced Ti:Sapphire optical frequency comb.

M S Kirchner, T M Fortier, A Bartels

    Optics Express
    |June 17, 2009
    PubMed
    Summary

    We developed a compact, efficient optical frequency comb using a femtosecond Ti:Sapphire laser. This self-referenced comb requires minimal pump power, making it ideal for optical clocks and frequency synthesis applications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Quantum optics
    • Laser physics
    • Frequency metrology

    Background:

    • Optical frequency combs are crucial for high-precision measurements.
    • Existing combs often require high pump power and complex setups.
    • Compact and efficient solutions are needed for broader applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To demonstrate a compact and power-efficient octave-spanning optical frequency comb.
    • To stabilize the comb for applications in optical clocks and frequency synthesis.
    • To showcase the potential of Ti:Sapphire lasers for advanced comb generation.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a high-repetition-rate (585 MHz) femtosecond Ti:Sapphire laser.
    • Achieving octave-spanning bandwidth with low pump power (<1 W at 532 nm).

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  • Stabilizing the frequency comb to a continuous-wave (CW) laser.

    • Main Results:

    • Demonstrated an octave-spanning, self-referenced optical frequency comb.
    • Achieved comb generation with less than 1 W of 532 nm pump power.
    • Successfully stabilized the comb for precision applications.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed frequency comb is compact and highly efficient.
    • Results are relevant for optical clocks and low-noise frequency synthesis.
    • This technology enables more accessible and practical frequency comb applications.