Nonlinear conversion of optical frequencies in a resonator with random inhomogeneities
Abstract
The paper is concerned with the effect of the phase inhomogeneities of resonator mirrors associated with the inhomogeneity of their reflection coefficient on the efficiency of nonlinear optical processes, such as the doubling of optical frequencies and parametric amplification of light waves. It is shown that the efficiency of the linear conversion of optical frequency deteriorates in a resonator with phase inhomogeneities of the mirrors. Graphs are presented which make it possible to obtain a quantitative estimate of the reduction in the efficiency of second harmonic generation and in parametric amplification in such a resonator.
- Publication:
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Kvantovaia Elektronika Moscow
- Pub Date:
- May 1986
- Bibcode:
- 1986KvanE..13.1050B
- Keywords:
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- Anisotropic Media;
- Harmonic Generations;
- Nonlinear Optics;
- Optical Resonators;
- Inhomogeneity;
- Mirrors;
- Power Gain;
- Random Processes;
- Lasers and Masers