Abstract
Random fiber lasers incorporate scattering particles with optical gain in a fiber geometry and offer potential for sensing and biophotonics applications. In this work, the combined effects of waveguiding and scattering in random fiber lasers were investigated. A dye solution with nanoparticles was inffltrated into the hollow core of the microstructured optical fibers and the fibers were side pumped by a frequency-doubled Nd:YAG laser. The resulting emission threshold was reduced in comparison with the bulk solution. We used a Matlab model to gain a better understanding of the competing feedback mechanisms involved.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Pages (from-to) | 97-100 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Optical Data Processing and Storage |
Volume | 3 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2017 |
Keywords
- Random laser
- fiber laser
- multiple scattering