Numerical Modeling of 3.5 micron Dual-Wavelength Pumped Erbium Doped Mid-Infrared Fiber Lasers
arXiv:1606.07842 · doi:10.1109/JQE.2016.2611440
Abstract
The performance of mid-infrared erbium doped fiber lasers has dramatically improved in the last few years. In this paper we present a numerical model that provides valuable insight into the dynamics of a dual-wavelength pumped fiber laser that can operate on the 3.5 micron and 2.8 micron bands. This model is a much needed tool for optimizing and understanding the performance of these laser systems. Comparisons between simulation and experimental results for three different systems are presented.
12 pages, 16 figures, 4 tables, 4 author photos, submitted to IEEE JQE