Title :
Linewidth predictions for Raman fibre lasers
Author :
Bouteiller, J.-C.
Author_Institution :
OFS Labs., Somerset, NJ, USA
Abstract :
The linewidth of cascaded Raman fibre lasers is investigated theoretically as a function of the laser parameters. The increase with pump power is compared to experimental results. The effect of two design parameters is described: cavity length and output-reflector properties.
Keywords :
Raman lasers; fibre lasers; optical pumping; Raman fibre lasers; cascaded lasers; cavity length; laser parameters; linewidth predictions; output-reflector properties; pump power;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
DOI :
10.1049/el:20030980
