Unlocking Dynamical Diversity: Optical Feedback Effects on Semiconductor LasersISBN: 978-0-470-85619-2
Hardcover
356 pages
April 2005
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Applications of semiconductor lasers with optical feedback systems
are driving rapid developments in theoretical and experimental
research. The very broad wavelength-gain-bandwidth of semiconductor
lasers combined with frequency-filtered, strong optical feedback
create the tunable, single frequency laser systems utilised in
telecommunications, environmental sensing, measurement and control.
Those with weak to moderate optical feedback lead to the chaotic
semiconductor lasers of private communication. This resource
illustrates the diversity of dynamic laser states and the
technological applications thereof, presenting a timely synthesis
of current findings, and providing the roadmap for exploiting their
future potential.
* Provides theory-based explanations underpinned by a vast range of experimental studies on optical feedback, including conventional, phase conjugate and frequency- filtered feedback in standard, commercial and single-stripe semiconductor lasers
* Includes the classic Lang-Kobayashi equation model, through to more recent theory, with new developments in techniques for solving delay differential equations and bifurcation analysis
* Explores developments in self-mixing interferometry to produce sub-nanometre sensitivity in path-length measurements
* Reviews tunable single frequency semiconductor lasers and systems and their diverse range of applications in sensing and optical communications
* Emphasises the importance of synchronised chaotic semiconductor lasers using optical feedback and private communications systems
Unlocking Dynamical Diversity illustrates all theory using real world examples gleaned from international cutting-edge research. Such an approach appeals to industry professionals working in semiconductor lasers, laser physics and laser applications and is essential reading for researchers and postgraduates in these fields.
* Provides theory-based explanations underpinned by a vast range of experimental studies on optical feedback, including conventional, phase conjugate and frequency- filtered feedback in standard, commercial and single-stripe semiconductor lasers
* Includes the classic Lang-Kobayashi equation model, through to more recent theory, with new developments in techniques for solving delay differential equations and bifurcation analysis
* Explores developments in self-mixing interferometry to produce sub-nanometre sensitivity in path-length measurements
* Reviews tunable single frequency semiconductor lasers and systems and their diverse range of applications in sensing and optical communications
* Emphasises the importance of synchronised chaotic semiconductor lasers using optical feedback and private communications systems
Unlocking Dynamical Diversity illustrates all theory using real world examples gleaned from international cutting-edge research. Such an approach appeals to industry professionals working in semiconductor lasers, laser physics and laser applications and is essential reading for researchers and postgraduates in these fields.