Digitally enhanced Multi-wavelength Stabilization using a Passive Fiber Frequency Reference

Abstract

High-stability frequency stabilization between lasers is essential for applications such as precision metrology, frequency dissemination, and quantum communications. We demonstrate the use of code-based multiplexing of a passive fiber-based interferometer for frequency stabilization and transfer between lasers separated by 85 GHz in frequency using a single shared passive reference. Out-of-loop characterization places an upper bound of sub-kHz/$\sqrt{\text{Hz}}$ on the transferred frequency noise at Fourier frequencies above 40 mHz, with a differential fractional stability of $7\times 10^{-13}$ at 1 second. We also demonstrate continuous laser tunability and characterize the residual length noise coupling. Finally, we provide a framework for scaling the architecture to higher laser counts, offering a pathway to scalable, frequency agile stabilization of multiple light sources without the overhead of an optical frequency comb.

23 pages, 7 figures