Permeability retrieval in InP-based waveguide optical device combined with metamaterial

An InP-based Mach-Zehnder interferometer combined with a metamaterial layer consisting of a split-ring resonator array was constructed to measure the complex permeability of the metamaterial. At a wavelength of 1.5 μm, the metamaterial showed non-unity relative permeability induced by magnetic interaction with propagating light in the device. This method of measurement would be useful to determine constitutive parameters in such waveguide-based photonic devices, allowing us to design photonic integrated circuits that make use of metamaterials.     

平面金属介质复合体的负磁化率

We report a new type of planar metamaterial consisting of a pair of homogeneous parallel plates sep arated by a thin medium. Strong magnetic response and negative effective permeability are observed in the materials at wavelengths from 6. 9 um to 5.8 um. The resonant wavelength and the value of the negative permeability can be tuned by varying the structure dimensions. Such planar metamaterials can be easily fabricated with mature thin film technology and are of great potential for device applications.     

Optical metamaterials at near and mid-IR range fabricated by nanoimprint lithography

Two types of optical metamaterials operating at near-IR and mid-IR frequencies, respectively, have been designed, fabricated by nanoimprint lithography (NIL), and characterized by laser spectroscopic ellipsometry. The structure for the near-IR range was a metal/dielectric/metal stack “fishnet” structure that demonstrated negative permittivity and permeability in the same frequency region and hence exhibited a negative refractive index at a wavelength near 1.7 μm. In the mid-IR range, the metamaterial was an ordered array of fourfold symmetric L-shaped resonators (LSRs) that showed both a dipole plasmon resonance resulting in negative permittivity and a magnetic resonance with negative permeability near wavelengths of 3.7 μm and 5.25 μm, respectively. The optical properties of both metamaterials are in agreement with theoretical predictions. This work demonstrates the feasibility of designing various optical negative-index metamaterials and fabricating them using the nanoimprint lithography as a low-cost, high-throughput fabrication approach. PACS 42.25.Bs; 81.16.Nd; 42.70.-a; 81.07.-b     

用于半导体激光打标机的谐衍射/折射f-theta镜

根据半导体激光器发射波长的范围和谐衍射透镜的特点,讨论了含有谐衍射光学元件的混合f-theta镜的设计.将谐衍射面型引入到半导体激光器及Nd:YAG激光器打标镜的设计中,使用普通的光学材料,使系统在0.8-1.5 μm波段内很好地校正了各种单色像差和色差,在各个分立波长上系统的光学传递函数接近或达到衍射极限.系统结构紧凑、片数少、兼容性好、具有良好的像差特性,适用于半导体激光器及Nd:YAG激光器打标系统.     

新型1×N多模干涉分束器的三维设计与模拟

相比于传统的1×N对称型多模干涉（Mult-Mode Interference,MMI）分束器设计,提出了一种新型埋入式弱限制光波导分束器件.它的干涉区及输入输出波导采用倒锥形式,器件尺寸减小,且不均匀性与附加损耗也减小.以1×4的对称型MMI分束器为例,当只对干涉区采用倒锥形结构后,在TE偏振中心波长为1.55 μm时,器件长度减小了500 μm,均匀性增加了0.131 dB,而附加损耗仅增加了0.02 dB,波长响应较传统设计增加了40 nm.在此基础上,又在输入输出臂上也各增加倒锥形结构后,相比于传统设计附加损耗减小了0.02 dB,均匀性增加了0.139 dB,器件长度减小了500 μm.改进后的器件具有优越的容差性.器件采用掺氟型聚合物材料进行优化设计,通过在合理范围内偏离输出波导位置,使输出光强达到最大值.     

Low noise, continuous-wave single-frequency 1.5-μm laser generated by a singly resonant optical parametric oscillator

We report a low noise continuous-wave (CW) single-frequency 1.5-μm laser source obtained by a singly resonant optical parametric oscillator (SRO) based on periodically poled lithium niobate (PPLN). The SRO was pumped by a CW single-frequency Nd:YVO₄ laser at 1.06 μm. The 1.02 W of CW single-frequency signal laser at 1.5 μm was obtained at pump power of 6 W. At the output power of around 0.75 W, the power stability was better than ±1.5% and no mode-hopping was observed in 30 min and frequency stability was better than 8.5 MHz in 1 min. The signal wavelength could be tuned from 1.57 to 1.59 μm by varying the PPLN temperature. The 1.5-μm laser exhibits low noise characteristics, the intensity noise of the laser reaches the shot noise limit (SNL) at an analysis frequency of 4 MHz and the phase noise is less than 1 dB above the SNL at analysis frequencies above 10 MHz.     

Explicit expression of the pseudo-Brewster angle for anisotropic metamaterials

In the conventional optics, the pseudo-Brewster angle (PBA) mainly depends on the permittivity of the optical materials. However, the recent development of metamaterials in the optical wavelength has put magnetic permeability on equal footing. Thus, the conventional PBA needs to be revisited to include the permeability for metamaterial applications in the optical region. By taking into account the loss and anisotropy of the metamaterials, we present the explicit expression of PBA in terms of complex permittivity and permeability through rigorous analysis. Based on the explicit expression, some interesting features and potential applications of the PBA are discussed.     

1.5μm Ti:LiNbO_3光波导TE_0模偏振器

在1.523μm波长He-Ne激光,对于Z切Ti扩散LiNbO_3光波导及其带有金属包覆/介质缓冲层的偏振器结构,理论上计算了单模波导的工艺参数和基模的吸收损耗系数.文中用TM_0模的共振吸收效应,在1.5μm波长首次研制成Ti:LiNbO_3光波导TE_0模偏振器.当器件长度为2mm和9mm时,其消光比分别为20dB和25dB.     

Compact, high-pulse-energy, picosecond optical parametric oscillator

We report a high-energy optical parametric oscillator (OPO) synchronously pumped by a 7.19 MHz, Yb:fiber-amplified, picosecond, gain-switched laser diode. The 42-m-long ring cavity maintains a compact design through the use of an intracavity optical fiber. The periodically poled MgO-doped LiNbO(3) OPO provides output pulse energies as high as 0.49 μJ at 1.5 μm (signal) and 0.19 μJ at 3.6 μm (idler). Tunability from 1.5 to 1.7 μm and from 2.9 to 3.6 μm is demonstrated, and typical M(2) values of 1.5 × 1.3 and 2.8 × 1.9 are measured for the signal and idler, respectively, at high power.     

Single-mode and tunable VCSELs in the near- to mid-infraredInvited Paper

Single-mode, long-wavelength vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) in the near- to mid-infrared covering the wavelength range from 1.3 to 2.3μm are presented. This wide spectral emission range opens applications in gas sensing and optical interconnects. All these lasers are monolithically grown in the InGaA1As-InP material system utilizing a buried tunnel junction (BTJ) as current aperture. Fabricated with a novel high-speed design with reduced parasitics, bandwidths in excess of 10 GHz at 1.3 and 1.55 μm have been achieved. Therefore, the coarse wavelength division multiplexing (CWDM) wavelength range of 1.3 to 1.6 μm at 10 Gb/s can be accomplished with one technology. Error-free data-transmission at 10 Gb/s over a fiber link of 20 km is demonstrated. One-dimensional arrays have been fabricated with emission wavelengths addressable by current tuning. Micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) tunable devices provide an extended tuning range in excess of 50 nm with high spectral purity. All these devices feature continuous-wave (CW) operation with typical single-mode output powers exceeding 1 mW. The operation voltage is around 1 - 1.5 V and power consumption is as low as 10 - 20 mW. Furthermore, we have also developed VCSELs based on GaSb, targeting at the wavelength range from 2.3 to 3.0 μm. The functionality of tunable diode laser spectroscopy (TDLS) systems is shown by presenting a laser hygrometer applying a 1.84-μm VCSEL.     

基于Si3N4/SiNx/Si3N4三明治结构的偏振无关1×2多模干涉型解复用器的设计

提出一种基于Si3N4/SiNx/Si3N4三明治结构多模干涉波导的偏振无关1×2解复用器,用于分离1310和1550 nm两个波长.通过合理选择三明治结构中间层SiNx的折射率,可以调节同一波长两个正交偏振态的拍长相等,实现偏振无关;根据多模干涉原理,通过合理选择多模干涉波导的长度与宽度,可以使两个波长的输出像点分别成正像和反像,实现解复用功能.运用三维有限时域差分法进行建模仿真,对结构参数进行优化,并对器件关键结构参数的制作容差进行了分析.结果表明:该器件多模干涉波导的尺寸为4.6μm×227.7μm,插入损耗低至0.18dB,输出波导间的串扰低至–25.7dB, 3dB带宽可达60 nm.另外,本文提出的器件采用Si3N4/SiO2平台,可有效减小波导尺寸,提高集成度,不仅实现了偏振无关,而且结构紧凑、损耗低,在未来的集成光路中具有潜在的应用价值.     

卷云短波反射特性的模拟计算研究

利用通用大气辐射传输(CART)软件模拟计算了0.4～2.5μm波段卷云大气反射率,分析了卷云大气的反射率随波长、光学厚度、有效尺度、卷云高度和地表类型变化情况,并模拟计算了0.55,1.38,2.75μm波段卷云大气反射率间关系。结果表明,可见光到近红外波段,卷云大气反射率随卷云光学厚度的增大而增大。可见光波段,卷云大气反射率随卷云粒子有效尺度变化很小;近红外波段,卷云大气的反射率随卷云粒子有效尺度增大而减小;近红外大气强吸收波段,卷云大气的反射率随卷云高度的增大而增大。大气窗口区卷云大气的反射率随地表类型的变化有显著的变化。通过0.55μm和2.75μm波段,1.38μm和2.75μm波段的卷云大气反射率间关系可以反演卷云光学厚度和有效尺度。     

Continuous-wave, single-frequency intracavity singly resonant optical parametric oscillator at 1.5-μm wavelength

We present a 1.5μm continuous-wave （CW） single-frequency intracavity singly resonant optical parametric oscillator （SRO） based on periodically poled lithium niobate （PPLN）. The SRO is placed inside the ring cavity of a single-frequency 1.06μm Nd：YVO4 laser pumped by a laser diode. The device delivers a maximum single-frequency output power of 310 mW at a resonant signal wavelength of 1.57 μm. The signal wave could be tuned from 1.57 to 1.59 μm by temperature tuning of PPLN crystal over the range of 130 - 170℃.     

Generation of broadly tunable sub-30-fs infrared pulses by four-wave optical parametric amplification

We report on the generation of sub-30-fs near-IR light pulses by means of broadband four-wave parametric amplification in fused silica. This is achieved by frequency downconversion of visible broadband pulses provided by a commercial blue-pumped beta-barium borate crystal-based noncollinear optical parametric amplifier. The proposed method produces the IR idler pulses with energy up to ～20 μJ and tunable in wavelength from 1 to 1.5 μm. The shortest pulse duration is 17.6 fs, measured at 1.2 μm.     

Long wavelength photodetectors

The role of long wavelength systems (1.0μm<λ< 10.0μm) in fiber optics communications is evaluated. For high-bit rate optical telecommunications at 1.3 μm or 1.5 μm, GaInAs p-i-n detectors have emerged as the preferred choice because of their low noise, excellent sensitivity, and high temperature stability. Ge and HgCdTe photodiodes offer nearly equivalent performance and a somewhat more advanced production technology. Beyond 2 μm, HgCdTe would seem to be the clear choice for photodetector applications. Avalanche photodiodes in long wavelength optical fiber links may find uses in situations involving high bit rate transmission using low cost components. Although avalanche gain will always improve the system sensitivity, the LED/APD combination is only half as sensitive as a laser/p-i-n system, as well as being bandwidth limited. Nontelecommunications applications involving data base and fiber guidance systems are discussed, and a prospective look is taken at the uses, such as power transmission, of ultra low-loss fibers in the 2 to 10 μm region of the optical spectrum.     

高功率宽调谐输出的多周期极化铌酸锂晶体光学参量振荡器

利用掺杂浓度为5 mol%的掺氧化镁多周期极化铌酸锂晶体实现了高效单谐振的准相位匹配光参量振荡器,所使用的周期极化铌酸锂晶体有6个周期,且以1 μm为间隔,从26.5~31.5 μm. 该光参量振荡器以脉宽为150 ns,重复频率为10 kHz的声光调Q Nd∶YAG激光器为泵浦源,且泵浦光波长为1.064 μm. 通过控制晶体的温度（50~200℃）以及改变晶体的极化周期（26.5~31.5 μm）,可由该光参量振荡器获得2.83~2.89 μm,3.10~3.38 μm,3.57~3.78 μm,3.95~4.12 μm, 4.28~4.46 μm,4.65~4.79 μm的闲频光连续调谐输出. 且当泵浦功率为8.15 W时,在闲频光输出波长为3.33 μm处,获得了最大输出功率2.17 W.     

飞秒脉冲泵浦光子晶体光纤产生1.3μm区域的光谱展宽

采用OPA产生的中心波长为1.2759 μm、平均输出功率为30 mW、重复频率为250 kHz、脉冲宽度为250 fs的光脉冲作为泵浦源,研究了PCF输出光谱随泵浦焦点与光纤端面的相对移动的光谱演变.在纤芯直径为2.0 μm、长度为1.8 m的光子晶体光纤中获得了近700 nm的光谱展宽,展宽的光谱从1.09 μm到1.79 μm,分析认为是高阶孤子的分裂和四波混频导致的光谱展宽,而在1.4 μm左右的光谱凹陷是由于光纤中OH离子的吸收造成的.PCF输出的光谱可应用在WDM通信和光互连网的超短脉冲多通道光源中.     

Ultra-broadband metamaterial absorber for infrared transparency window of the atmosphere

The broadband absorber at the wavelength range from 8 to 13 μm has attracted much attention because this range is exactly the infrared transparency window of the atmosphere. In this Letter, we propose a new structure of ultra-broadband absorber, which is composed of a periodic array of single-sized titanium (Ti) patches and a sandwich (Ti/SiO₂/Ti) plane. In the infrared transparency window of the atmosphere, the structure proposed can achieve nearly perfect absorption with the maximal absorptivity up to 99% for the wavelength range from 9.77 to 10.69 μm, and a high average absorptivity of 96.7% from 8 to 13 μm. The strongly localized electric field, at the interface of the top thin Ti film and the dielectric spacer of sandwich plane, leads to the ultra-broadband high absorption. In addition, this structure demonstrates the insensitivity of polarization and oblique angle. This metamaterial absorber with high performances in both bandwidth and absorptivity shows a promising prospect in applications such as thermal emitters, thermal coolers, and infrared sensors.     

A charge-integration readout circuit with a linear-mode silicon avalanche photodiode for a photon-number resolving detector

We experimentally demonstrated continuous tuning of the wavelength of pulses of a subpicosecond soliton laser working in the 1.55 μm spectral range during propagation in a nonlinear optical fiber. The width of the tuning band reached 250–300 nm, and the maximum wavelength of solitons at the fiber exit exceeded 1.8 μm at an average optical power of input radiation of ～2.7 mW.     

利用自制的单频激光器获得近通讯波段正交振幅压缩态光场

利用自制的1.34 μm和0.67 μm双波长输出单频激光器作为泵浦源,泵浦基于PPKTP晶体的光学参量放大器,通过边带锁频技术将光学参量放大腔腔长锁定在激光频率上,将泵浦光和信号光相对相位锁定在π相位,经参量缩小过程获得低于散粒噪声极限约3 dB的正交振幅压缩光.压缩光位于光纤通信窗口——1.3 μm波段.