Abstract
The dynamic response, modeling and performance of a new optical intensity induced shutter have been studied. Hybrid optical waveguides made of optical fibers and photochromic doped gel-glass have been prepared by sol-gel process. A novel theoretical model explaining their behavior is shown. Experimental validation of the model is also shown. Design parameters of the devices, optical tunability and their application as extrinsic fiber optic intensity induced shutter (EFIS) are theoretically and experimentally demonstrated.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 780-788 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics |
| Volume | 3 |
| Issue number | 3 |
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| Publication status | Published - Jun 1997 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Fiber-optic shutter
- Optical fiber devices
- Photochromic materials
- Sol-gel process