Abstract
The first theoretical model of Fourier domain mode locking operation is presented. A specially tailored dynamic equation in a moving spectral reference frame is derived, enabling efficient numerical treatment, despite the broad laser spectrum and the extremely long cavity. The excellent agreement of the presented theory with experiment over a wide range of operation parameters enables a quantitative assessment of the relevant physical effects, such as the spectral loss modulation and gain saturation dynamics, amplified spontaneous emission, linewidth enhancement, and self-phase modulation.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Opt. Express |
| Volume | 17 |
| Issue number | 26 |
| Pages (from-to) | 24013-24019 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
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| Publication status | Published - 01.12.2009 |
