Exact solution of the Bragg-diffraction problem in sillenites

Abstract

A method for the exact solution of the Bragg-difrraction problem for a photorefractive grating in sillenite crystals based on Pauli matrices is proposed. For the two main optical configurations explicit analytical expressions are found for the diffraction efficiency and the polarization of the scattered wave. The exact solution is applied to a detailed analysis of a number of particular cases. For the known limiting cases there is agreement with the published results.

Divisions: College of Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aston Institute of Photonics Technology (AIPT)
Additional Information: This paper was published in Journal of the Optical Society of America B - Optical Physics and is made available as an electronic reprint with the permission of OSA. The paper can be found at the following URL on the OSA website: http://www.opticsinfobase.org/josab/abstract.cfm?URI=josab-11-9-1813. Systematic or multiple reproduction or distribution to multiple locations via electronic or other means is prohibited and is subject to penalties under law. © 1994 Optical Society of America.
Publication ISSN: 1520-8540
Last Modified: 29 Nov 2023 09:59
Date Deposited: 05 May 2011 10:49
Full Text Link: 10.1364/JOSAB.11.001813
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PURE Output Type: Article
Published Date: 1994-09-01
Authors: Sturman, B.I.
Webb, David J.
Kowarschik, R.
Shamonina, E.
Ringhofer, K.H.

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