Open AccessControlling nonlinear processes in microstructured fibers using shaped pulses
Author(s) -
Shengbo Xu,
D. H. Reitze,
R.S. Windeler
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
optics express
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.394
H-Index - 271
ISSN - 1094-4087
DOI - 10.1364/opex.12.004731
Subject(s) - optics , pulse shaping , ultrashort pulse , pulse (music) , nonlinear system , nonlinear schrödinger equation , bandwidth limited pulse , femtosecond pulse shaping , laser , materials science , optical fiber , fiber laser , multiphoton intrapulse interference phase scan , physics , quantum mechanics , detector
It is possible to modify pulse propagation and nonlinear interactions in microstructured fibers using phase-tailored ultrashort laser pulses. We experimentally investigate how pre-shaping of the input laser pulse can be used to alter its evolution and subsequent output characteristics. We also demonstrate how adaptive pulse shaping can be used to control the output properties of the pulse spectrum. Numerical simulations based on the nonlinear Schrodinger equation predict the output spectral profiles of the propagated pulse in good agreement with experimental results, and elucidate the relevant processes producing the optimal output.