Nonlinear polarization effects in optical fibers: polarization attraction and modulation instability [Invited]
Nonlinear polarization effects in optical fibers: polarization attraction and modulation instability [Invited]
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DOI:
10.1364/josab.31.002754
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发表时间:
2014-11-01
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1.9
通讯作者:
Wabnitz, S.
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作者:
Millot, G.;Wabnitz, S.
We review polarization stabilization techniques based on the polarization attraction effect in low-birefringence fibers. Polarization attraction or pulling may be based on cross-polarization modulation, on parametric amplification, and on Raman or Brillouin scattering. We also review methods for laser frequency conversion based on polarization modulation instabilities in low- and high-birefringence fibers, and photonic crystal fibers. Polarization instabilities in nonlinear fibers may also be exploited for sensing applications. (C) 2014 Optical Society of America