Is the statistics of an amplified optical pulse in nonlinear semiconductor optical amplifiers Gaussian?

Alberto Bilenca, Gadi Eisenstein

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Abstract

The Fokker-Planck approach is used to study the statistics of optical pulses propagating in semiconductor optical amplifiers where spontaneous emission dominates. The electric field is non-Gaussian for moderate and deep saturation levels.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2005 Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference (QELS)
Pages1923-1925
Number of pages3
StatePublished - 31 Oct 2005
Externally publishedYes
Event2005 Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference (QELS) - Baltimore, MD, United States
Duration: 22 May 200527 May 2005

Publication series

NameQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference (QELS)
Volume3

Conference

Conference2005 Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference (QELS)
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBaltimore, MD
Period22/05/0527/05/05

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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