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    We analyzed output statistics of Raman fiber lasers, finding deviations from Rayleigh distributions due to Kerr nonlinearity. Our kinetic theory approach quantifies these deviations in laser signal intensity.

    Area of Science:

    • Nonlinear Optics
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    Background:

    • Raman fiber lasers exhibit complex output emission statistics.
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