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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Fiber Optics
    • Waveguide Theory

    Background:

    • Traditional analysis of fiber optic couplers relies on complex s-parameter network theory.
    • Strongly coupled biconical fiber couplers present challenges in accurately estimating phase differences.
    • Accurate phase difference estimation is crucial for understanding light field interactions and optimizing coupler performance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose a simplified interferometric model for estimating phase differences in lossless, strongly coupled biconical fiber couplers.
    • To provide a more computationally efficient alternative to existing s-parameter network theory methods.
    • To enable direct analysis of field interactions and optimize multiport single-mode fiber coupler performance.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of an approximate interferometric model.
    • Application of energy conservation principles.
    • Utilization of mode orthogonality principles.

    Main Results:

    • The proposed model simplifies the analysis by minimizing unknowns compared to traditional methods.
    • Phase differences are directly estimated from field interactions using energy and orthogonality principles.
    • Analysis of maximum coupling coefficients and phase difference dependence on coupling conditions is facilitated.

    Conclusions:

    • The interferometric model offers a simpler and more efficient approach to phase difference estimation in fiber optic couplers.
    • This method enhances the understanding of light field interactions within couplers.
    • The model is applicable to analyzing multiport single-mode fiber couplers and optimizing their performance.