Polarization properties of self-pulsating VCSELs

We consider VCSELs operating in the fundamental transverse mode. Our theoretical framework combines the light polarization dynamics which is described by the so-called spin flip model with a description for the absorber region. We demonstrated that polarization self-pulsations in VCSELs are possible...

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Main Authors: Scire, A., Mulet, J., Mirasso, C.R., San Miguel, M.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Frequency
Laser noise
Nonlinear optics
Optical noise
Optical polarization
Optical pumping
Pump lasers
Semiconductor lasers
Surface emitting lasers
Vertical cavity surface emitting lasers
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Summary:We consider VCSELs operating in the fundamental transverse mode. Our theoretical framework combines the light polarization dynamics which is described by the so-called spin flip model with a description for the absorber region. We demonstrated that polarization self-pulsations in VCSELs are possible under certain operation conditions. As a result of analytical and numerical analysis of our model, we have found regions of stable operation, coupled pulsations of the polarization and the total intensity, and polarization self-pulsations at nearly constant total intensity.
ISSN:1099-4742
2376-8614
DOI:10.1109/LEOSST.2002.1027619