Title :
Holey optical fibers: an efficient modal model
Author :
Monro, Tanya M. ; Richardson, D.J. ; Broderick, N.G.R. ; Bennett, P.J.
Author_Institution :
Optoelectron. Res. Centre, Southampton Univ., UK
fDate :
6/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A new model for light propagation in holey optical fibers is developed in which the transverse index profile and the modal field are decomposed using different orthogonal functions. It is an efficient and accurate alternative to previous techniques, and is an invaluable tool to aid fabrication efforts. Using this model, a number of regimes of interest in these fibers are explored
Keywords :
optical fibre theory; refractive index; efficient modal model; fabrication efforts; holey optical fibers; light propagation; modal field; orthogonal functions; transverse index profile; Eigenvalues and eigenfunctions; Holey fibers; Lattices; Lighting control; Optical arrays; Optical device fabrication; Optical fibers; Optical propagation; Periodic structures; Photonic band gap;
Journal_Title :
Lightwave Technology, Journal of
