Large-mode-area, multimode, hybrid optical fibers and devices using same
US7457500B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01S3/08022
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A large mode area optical fiber is configured to support multiple transverse modes of signal radiation within its core region. The fiber is a hybrid design that includes at least two axial segments having different characteristics. In a first axial segment the transverse refractive index profile inside the core is not radially uniform being characterized by a radial dip in refractive index. The first segment supports more than one transverse mode. In a second axial segment the transverse refractive index profile inside the core is more uniform than that of the first segment. The two segments are adiabatically coupled to one another. Illustratively, the second segment is a terminal portion of the fiber which facilitates coupling to other components. In one embodiment, in the first segment M12>1.0, and in the second segment M22<<M12. In a preferred embodiment, M12>>1.0 and M22˜1.0. In another embodiment, the optical fiber is coupled to a fiber stub.
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