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Model for passive mode locking in semiconductor lasers

Journal Article · · Physical Review. A
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  1. Weierstrass Institute for Applied Analysis and Stochastics, Mohrenstrasse 39, D-10117 Berlin (Germany)
We derive and study a model describing passive mode locking--a set of differential equations with time delay. Unlike classical mode locking models based on the Haus master equation, this model does not assume small gain and loss per cavity round trip. Therefore, it is valid in a parameter range typical of semiconductor lasers. The limit of a slow saturable absorber is analyzed analytically. Bifurcations responsible for the appearance and breakup of the mode locking regime are studied numerically.
OSTI ID:
20718616
Journal Information:
Physical Review. A, Journal Name: Physical Review. A Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 72; ISSN 1050-2947; ISSN PLRAAN
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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