Title :
Semiconductor laser optical amplifiers for use in future fiber systems
Author_Institution :
British Telecom Res. Labs., Ipswich, UK
fDate :
4/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The application of semiconductor laser amplifiers to long-wavelength optical fiber systems is discussed. The basic equations defining laser amplifier characteristics are presented together with experimental results. Linear and nonlinear modes of operation are considered; the former includes use as an optical gain block, a linear repeater, and a preamplifier, while the latter includes use as a bistable element, an electrically controlled optical switch, and an injection-locked amplifier
Keywords :
optical fibres; semiconductor junction lasers; bistable element; electrically controlled optical switch; injection-locked amplifier; laser amplifier characteristics; linear repeater; optical fiber systems; optical gain block; preamplifier; semiconductor laser amplifiers; Fiber lasers; Fiber nonlinear optics; Laser modes; Optical amplifiers; Optical bistability; Optical fiber amplifiers; Optical fibers; Semiconductor lasers; Semiconductor optical amplifiers; Stimulated emission;
Journal_Title :
Lightwave Technology, Journal of
