ISSN:
1432-0649
Keywords:
42.65.Bp
;
42.60.Da
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract A numerical calculation procedure and various large-signal numerical solutions are presented for degenerate four-wave mixing in optical Kerr media, and for phase conjugate resonators using degenerate four-wave mixing. The solutions presented take full account of nonlinear refractive index changes, pump depletion, signal saturation, distributed losses, and possible external mirrors with laser gain. We find that including the nonlinear index change generally causes little change in the reflectivity or power output of degenerate four-wave mixing devices, at least with symmetric pumping. The optimum power output from a phase conjugate resonator with and without a laser gain medium is calculated. The results provide some theoretical guidance for designing phase conjugate resonators.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00692652
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