Title :
The nonlinear coherent coupler
Author :
Jensen, Stephen M.
Author_Institution :
Hughes Research, Malibu, Ca, USA
fDate :
10/1/1982 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
This paper discusses the nonlinear coherent coupler (NLCC), a device useful for optical processing, but not bistable. This device utilizes the coherent interaction of two optical waveguides placed in close proximity. Because of the evanescent field overlap, these waveguides periodically exchange power. Nonlinear interactions modify the exchange of power and lead to strongly nonlinear transmission characteristics.
Keywords :
Optical couplers; Optical logic devices; Optical propagation in nonlinear media; Logic devices; Nonlinear optical devices; Nonlinear optics; Optical bistability; Optical coupling; Optical devices; Optical materials; Optical surface waves; Optical waveguides; Polarization;
Journal_Title :
Quantum Electronics, IEEE Journal of
DOI :
10.1109/JQE.1982.1071438
