Polarization characteristics of fiber DFB lasers related to sensingapplications |
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Authors: | Ronnekleiv E. Ibsen M. Cowle G.J. |
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Affiliation: | Optoplan AS, Trondheim; |
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Abstract: | An experimental and theoretical investigation of how the polarization mode competition and beat frequency of Er-doped fiber distributed-feedback lasers depend on perturbations such as localized transverse forces, back reflections, or changes in pump polarization is reported. Good agreement between the experiments and a comprehensive theoretical model is obtained. Use of a dual-polarization laser as a transverse force sensor with a resolution on the order of 1-100 nN/√Hz above 20 Hz is also discussed |
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