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Stability of a monolithic integrated filtered-feedback laser.
Jing Zhao1, Daan Lenstra, Rui Santos
1COBRA Institute, Photonic Integration Group, Eindhoven University of Technology, PO Box 513, 5600MB Eindhoven, the Netherlands. j.zhao@tue.nl
Optics Express
|December 25, 2012
Summary
We studied the stability of a single-mode integrated filtered-feedback laser. Our findings show good agreement between experimental measurements and theoretical models for feedback-induced dynamics.
Area of Science:
- Photonics
- Laser Physics
- Optical Engineering
Background:
- Integrated lasers are crucial for optical communication.
- Filtered feedback can enhance laser performance.
- Understanding feedback dynamics is key to laser stability.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate the stability of a single-mode integrated filtered-feedback laser.
- Analyze the impact of electrically controlled feedback phase on laser stability.
- Compare experimental results with theoretical models.
Main Methods:
- Experimental measurements of laser stability.
- Theoretical stability analysis.
- Investigation of feedback-induced dynamics.
Main Results:
- Laser stability is dependent on the feedback phase.
- Experimental data shows good qualitative agreement with theoretical predictions.
- Feedback-induced dynamics were successfully interpreted.
Conclusions:
- The study provides insights into the stability mechanisms of filtered-feedback lasers.
- The findings validate the theoretical model for conventional feedback.
- This work contributes to the design of stable integrated laser systems.
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