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Longitudinal mode control of a narrow-linewidth fiber laser by use of the intrinsic birefringence of the fiber laser

Journal Article · · Optics Letters
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  1. Department of Physics and Applied Physics, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow G4 ONG (United Kingdom)
We present preliminary experimental data that show that the intrinsic birefringence in a ring erbium fiber laser containing a length of standard communications-grade optical fiber can be used to inhibit longitudinal mode hops. Mode-hop-free operation for periods in excess of several hours is observed with resolution-limited linewidths of 240kHz. {copyright} {ital 1996 Optical Society of America.}
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
436483
Journal Information:
Optics Letters, Journal Name: Optics Letters Journal Issue: 20 Vol. 21; ISSN OPLEDP; ISSN 0146-9592
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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