Abstract
Dual order bidirectional Raman amplification are preferred over first order counterpart due to their lower signal power variation (SPV) and consequently superior optical signal to noise ratio (OSNR) performance. These benefits are counteracted by the disadvantage of relative intensity noise (RIN) transfer from forward pumps to signal. In this work, we demonstrate a forward pumping scheme which uses a broadband 1st order seed and 2nd order bidirectional pumping. This configuration performs better than other conventional 1st order forward pumped schemes, reducing the signal RIN to a level comparable with backward only pumping.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The European Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO_Europe 2017 |
Volume | Part F82-CLEO_Europe 2017 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781557528209 |
Publication status | Published - 29 Jul 2017 |
Event | The European Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO_Europe 2017 - Munich, Germany Duration: 25 Jun 2017 → 29 Jun 2017 |
Conference
Conference | The European Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO_Europe 2017 |
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Country/Territory | Germany |
City | Munich |
Period | 25/06/17 → 29/06/17 |