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Transverse mode characterization in optical fibers using singular value decomposition
Optics Express
|May 4, 2026
Summary
This study introduces a novel data-driven method to experimentally determine optical fiber transverse modes. The approach uses singular value decomposition to identify the fiber's modal base set, offering a versatile solution for any fiber type.
Area of Science:
- Optics and Photonics
- Materials Science
Background:
- Characterizing transverse modes in optical fibers is crucial for understanding light propagation.
- Existing experimental methods often have limitations regarding fiber length or size.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a new scalar and data-driven experimental approach for characterizing optical fiber transverse modes.
- To demonstrate the method's ability to retrieve the orthogonal modal base set of a fiber.
Main Methods:
- Collecting extensive data under varied coupling conditions.
- Applying singular value decomposition (SVD) to the collected dataset.
- Utilizing a scalar, data-driven approach for mode retrieval.
Main Results:
- The proposed method successfully retrieves the orthogonal modal base set.
- Experimental results show strong agreement with simulated transverse modes.
- The approach is independent of fiber length and size.
Conclusions:
- The developed scalar, data-driven method provides an effective experimental technique for optical fiber transverse mode characterization.
- This approach offers a significant advantage due to its applicability to any fiber, irrespective of physical dimensions.
- The method's versatility makes it a valuable tool for optical fiber research and development.
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