An analysis of the second order spatial coherence of stationary laser oscillators with a Fabry-Perot resonator

1977 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 419-425 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Bodem
PhotoniX ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deming Peng ◽  
Zhaofeng Huang ◽  
Yonglei Liu ◽  
Yahong Chen ◽  
Fei Wang ◽  
...  

AbstractInformation encryption with optical technologies has become increasingly important due to remarkable multidimensional capabilities of light fields. However, the optical encryption protocols proposed to date have been primarily based on the first-order field characteristics, which are strongly affected by interference effects and make the systems become quite unstable during light–matter interaction. Here, we introduce an alternative optical encryption protocol whereby the information is encoded into the second-order spatial coherence distribution of a structured random light beam via a generalized van Cittert–Zernike theorem. We show that the proposed approach has two key advantages over its conventional counterparts. First, the complexity of measuring the spatial coherence distribution of light enhances the encryption protocol security. Second, the relative insensitivity of the second-order statistical characteristics of light to environmental noise makes the protocol robust against the environmental fluctuations, e.g, the atmospheric turbulence. We carry out experiments to demonstrate the feasibility of the coherence-based encryption method with the aid of a fractional Fourier transform. Our results open up a promising avenue for further research into optical encryption in complex environments.


1985 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 214-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Terrence J. McKee

Various techniques for use in spectral narrowing and tuning of excimer laser oscillators are described. Intracavity dispersive elements include Littrow grating, grazing-incidence grating, prisms, and Fabry–Perot etalons. Recent developments to improve overall efficiency and reduce broadband noise are outlined.


2002 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 454 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Seitz ◽  
T. R. Schibli ◽  
U. Morgner ◽  
F. X. Kärtner ◽  
C. H. Lange ◽  
...  

2018 ◽  
Vol 72 (4) ◽  
pp. 634-642 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jakob Kilgus ◽  
Kristina Duswald ◽  
Gregor Langer ◽  
Markus Brandstetter

Mid-infrared (MIR) supercontinuum (SC) lasers are an attractive new option in the field of IR spectroscopy, especially for standoff detection. Supercontinuum radiation unites high brightness, high spatial coherence, and broadband spectral coverage, thereby surpassing thermal IR sources and challenging quantum cascade lasers. The employed SC source operates in the spectral region of 1.2–4.6 µm, filling the spectral gap where quantum cascade lasers lack broader availability. In this work, the SC radiation was recorded by compact Fabry–Pérot filter spectrometers ideally suited for sensitive standoff detection with real-time capability. The noise performance of the setup and measurements of different substances at standoff distances are presented, e.g., of different paints on a metal surface and an explosive precursor. Furthermore, the real-time capability of the setup is demonstrated by monitoring the evaporation of liquid 2-propanol.


2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Juan González ◽  
Román Castañeda

Author(s):  
Wolfgang Seitz ◽  
T.R. Schibli ◽  
U. Morgner ◽  
F.X. Kärtner ◽  
C.H. Lange ◽  
...  

1987 ◽  
Vol 99 (2) ◽  
pp. 227-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. P. Silverman

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