Passive optical self-limiter using laser-induced axially asymmetric and symmetric transverse self-phase modulations in nematic liquid crystals
Journal Article
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· Opt. Lett.; (United States)
Using low-power cw lasers in conjunction with the symmetric and asymmetric nonlinear transverse self-phase modulation imparted by a nematic liquid-crystal film, we have demonstrated two forms of transverse intensity-switching and power-limiting operations. Applications to high-power nanosecond laser are also feasible.
- Research Organization:
- Department of Electrical Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania 16802
- OSTI ID:
- 5888147
- Journal Information:
- Opt. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Opt. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 11:4; ISSN OPLED
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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