Interplay of four-wave mixing processes with a mixed coherent-incoherent pump

We experimentally demonstrate the existence of multiple, simultaneous, independent four-wave mixing processes in optical fibers. In particular we observe competition between phase-matched and non-phasematched processes involving the same mixed coherent-incoherent pump. Further investigation reveals...

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Published in:Optics express 2010-12, Vol.18 (25), p.25833-25838
Main Authors: Schröder, Jochen, Boucon, Anne, Coen, Stéphane, Sylvestre, Thibaut
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Amplifiers, Electronic
Engineering Sciences
Equipment Design
Equipment Failure Analysis
Fiber Optic Technology - instrumentation
Optics
Photonic
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Summary:We experimentally demonstrate the existence of multiple, simultaneous, independent four-wave mixing processes in optical fibers. In particular we observe competition between phase-matched and non-phasematched processes involving the same mixed coherent-incoherent pump. Further investigation reveals that narrow-band degenerate four-wave mixing with an incoherent pump can lead to efficient wavelength conversion.
ISSN:1094-4087
1094-4087
DOI:10.1364/OE.18.025833