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    • Nonlinear Dynamics
    • Semiconductor Lasers

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    • Semiconductor lasers exhibit complex nonlinear dynamics.
    • Controlling laser output polarization is crucial for applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To experimentally investigate the generation of self-sustained and fast square oscillations.
    • To explore the role of delayed orthogonal polarization feedback in VCSELs.
    • To understand the mechanisms behind low-frequency switching and fast oscillations.

    Main Methods:

    • Experimental setup using semiconductor Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers (VCSELs).
    • Application of delayed orthogonal polarization feedback.
    • Inclusion of a half-wavelength (λ/2) plate.
    • Analysis of nonlinear dynamics and frequency beating.

    Main Results:

    • Generation of self-sustained and fast square oscillations.
    • Low-frequency switching attributed to TE/TM mode rotation with long delay.
    • Fast oscillations linked to frequency beating between TE and TM modes, modified by the λ/2 plate.

    Conclusions:

    • The study deepens the understanding of laser nonlinear dynamics.
    • An all-optical method for producing specialized signals is presented.
    • Potential applications in optical communications and photonic computing.