Title :
Deep domain inversions in x-cut MgO:LiNbO3 for efficient infrared generation
Author :
Généreux, F. ; Baldenberger, G. ; Bourliaguet, B. ; Vallée, R.
Author_Institution :
Univ. Laval, Quebec
Abstract :
A new technique is presented to improve the depth of domains formed in x-cut MgO doped LiNbO3. Based on this approach, a second harmonic conversion efficiency in excess of 36%/W/cm2 was achieved near 1.5 mum.
Keywords :
lithium compounds; magnesium compounds; optical harmonic generation; LiNbO3:MgO; deep domain inversions; infrared generation; second harmonic conversion efficiency; Biomedical optical imaging; Electrodes; Frequency conversion; Integrated optics; Laser tuning; Lithium niobate; Optical harmonic generation; Optical waveguides; Protons; Wavelength measurement;
Conference_Titel :
Lasers and Electro-Optics, 2007. CLEO 2007. Conference on
Conference_Location :
Baltimore, MD
Print_ISBN :
978-1-55752-834-6
DOI :
10.1109/CLEO.2007.4452565
