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Theory of bistability in nonlinear distributed feedback structures

Journal Article · · Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.91131· OSTI ID:6387569
We show that optical bistability can occur in a distributed feedback structure with an intensity-dependent refractive index. Analytical expressions for the transmissivity are obtained and a comparison with Fabry-Perot-type devices is presented.
Research Organization:
Center for Laser Studies, University of Southern California, University Park, Los Angeles, California 90007
OSTI ID:
6387569
Journal Information:
Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 35:5; ISSN APPLA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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