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S Slepneva1, B Kelleher, B O'Shaughnessy
1Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork, Lee Maltings, Dyke Parade, Cork, Ireland.
Optics Express
|August 14, 2013
Summary
This study analyzes dynamic features in Fourier Domain Mode Locked laser output, focusing on wavelength sweep-direction asymmetry. A mathematical model developed using delay differential equations accurately reflects experimental observations.
Area of Science:
- Optics and Photonics
- Laser Physics
- Nonlinear Dynamics
Background:
- Fourier Domain Mode Locked (FDML) lasers are crucial for high-speed optical applications.
- Understanding the dynamical features of FDML laser output is essential for optimizing performance.
- Wavelength sweep-direction asymmetry has been observed but not fully explained.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the dynamical features in the output of a Fourier Domain Mode Locked laser.
- To experimentally investigate the wavelength sweep-direction asymmetry.
- To develop and validate a mathematical model for FDML laser dynamics.
Main Methods:
- Experimental characterization of FDML laser output.
- Analysis of wavelength sweep-direction asymmetry.
- Development of a mathematical model using delay differential equations.
Main Results:
- Detailed analysis of dynamical features in FDML laser output.
- Experimental confirmation of wavelength sweep-direction asymmetry.
- The developed mathematical model shows strong agreement with experimental data.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a comprehensive analysis of FDML laser dynamics.
- The developed model accurately captures the observed wavelength sweep-direction asymmetry.
- This work contributes to a better understanding and control of FDML laser behavior.
