Intermediate asymptotics in nonlinear optical systems

Abstract

Using a fiber laser system as a specific illustrative example, we introduce the concept of intermediate asymptotic states in finite nonlinear optical systems. We show that intermediate asymptotics of nonlinear equations (e.g., coherent structures with a finite lifetime or distance) can be used in applications similar to those of truly stable asymptotic solutions, such as, e.g., solitons and dissipative nonlinear waves. Applying this general idea to a particular, albeit practically important, physical system, we demonstrate a novel type of nonlinear pulse-shaping regime in a mode-locked fiber laser leading to the generation of linearly chirped pulses with a triangular distribution of the intensity.

Divisions: College of Engineering & Physical Sciences > School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies > Electronics & Computer Engineering
Additional Information: Copyright 2012 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
Publication ISSN: 1050-2947
Last Modified: 23 Oct 2019 12:24
Date Deposited: 13 Sep 2012 07:12
Published Date: 2012-04-09
Authors: Boscolo, Sonia
Turitsyn, Sergei K.

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