Phase correction in double-pass quasi-phase-matched second-harmonic generation with a wedged crystal

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作者
Imeshev, G [1 ]
Proctor, M [1 ]
Fejer, MM [1 ]
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[1] Stanford Univ, Edward L Ginzton Lab, Stanford, CA 94305 USA
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10.1364/OL.23.000165
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O43 [光学];
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070207 ; 0803 ;
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Compensation for dispersive elements is necessary for efficient multiple-pass and intracavity nonlinear frequency-conversion devices. We describe the use of a wedged quasi-phase-matched crystal to compensate for the phase shifts introduced by mirrors in such devices, taking advantage of the periodic variation in the relative phases of the interacting waves in a quasi-phase-matching grating. A representative double-pass second-harmonic generation experiment with a 5-cm-long periodically poled lithium niobate crystal showed the expected conversion efficiency enhancement. (C) 1998 Optical Society of America. OCIS codes: 190.2620, 190.4160, 120.5060.
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