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Numerical study on terahertz random lasing in disordered ruby with three-level atomic system.
Jinsong Liu1, Yong Liu, Jiantao Lü
1Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Optoelectronic Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China. jsliu4508@vip.sina.com
Optics Express
|December 18, 2010
Summary
This study proposes a method for terahertz (THz) emission using a disordered ruby medium. Results show that THz random lasing is achievable under specific conditions for advanced optical applications.
Area of Science:
- Quantum Optics
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Terahertz (THz) Science and Technology
Background:
- Terahertz (THz) emission is crucial for various spectroscopic and imaging applications.
- Active disordered media offer unique pathways for light generation and manipulation.
- Ruby's three-level atomic system provides a potential platform for specific optical transitions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a novel scheme for generating terahertz (THz) emission.
- To investigate the feasibility of THz random lasing in an active disordered medium.
- To model the THz emission process using a one-dimensional approach with ruby grains.
Main Methods:
- Development of a one-dimensional theoretical model.
- Simulation of terahertz (THz) emission from ruby grains.
- Utilizing a ruby laser (693.9 nm) to pump the 2Ā level of the ruby's three-level atomic system.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated the potential for terahertz (THz) random lasing phenomenon.
- Identified suitable conditions for achieving THz random lasing.
- Predicted 0.87 THz random lasing on the 2Ā to Ē transition of the split 2E level in ruby.
Conclusions:
- The proposed scheme is a viable method for generating terahertz (THz) radiation.
- Active disordered media, like ruby grains, can support THz random lasing.
- This research opens avenues for developing new THz sources based on solid-state disordered systems.

