Optical coupling optimization for fiber lasers and devices

B. S. Wang; E. W. Mies

doi:10.1117/12.803584

11 November 2008 Optical coupling optimization for fiber lasers and devices

B. S. Wang, E. W. Mies

Proceedings Volume 7134, Passive Components and Fiber-based Devices V; 71341I (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.803584
Event: Asia-Pacific Optical Communications, 2008, Hangzhou, China

Abstract

We review fundamental waveguide optics at a fiber joint between dissimilar specialty fibers and its diffusion characteristics when the joint experiences thermal treatment. We then describe optical coupling techniques including thermal diffusion and fiber tapering in order to achieve minimum transmission loss through the fiber joint. We discuss the optical coupling property change due to diffusion and the effect of fiber taper ratio and taper length with application examples.

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B. S. Wang and E. W. Mies "Optical coupling optimization for fiber lasers and devices", Proc. SPIE 7134, Passive Components and Fiber-based Devices V, 71341I (11 November 2008); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.803584

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