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  • Photonics and optical engineering
  • Quantum optics
  • Laser physics

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  • Controlling laser modes is crucial for beam quality and spectral purity.
  • Competing modes cause undesirable spatial and temporal fluctuations.
  • Existing methods for mode control can be complex.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate stable single-longitudinal mode operation in coupled microlasers.
  • To utilize parity-time (PT) symmetry for enhanced laser performance.
  • To develop a versatile and self-adapting mode selectivity technique.

Main Methods:

  • Implementing coupled microlaser systems.
  • Applying concepts of parity-time (PT) symmetry.
  • Experimentally verifying selective PT symmetry breaking.

Main Results:

  • Achieved stable single-longitudinal mode operation.
  • Demonstrated enhancement of output power in the desired mode via PT symmetry breaking.
  • Showcased broad bandwidth mode selectivity without complex components.

Conclusions:

  • Parity-time (PT) symmetry offers a robust method for controlling laser modes.
  • The developed technique enhances laser output power and spectral purity.
  • This approach paves the way for novel synthetic optical devices with improved functionality.