Efficient high-energy pulse-train generation using a 2^n-pulse michelson interferometer
- 1 August 1998
- journal article
- Published by Optica Publishing Group in Applied Optics
- Vol. 37 (22) , 5302-5305
- https://doi.org/10.1364/ao.37.005302
Abstract
We demonstrate a novel, Michelson-based, ultrafast multiplexer with a throughput approaching 100% for a polarization-multiplexed train and 50% for a linearly polarized train, which is compatible with a high-energy pulse train and shaped-pulse generation. The interpulse spacings in the resultant 2n-pulse train can be adjusted continuously from multinanoseconds through zero. Using this interferometer, we also demonstrate generation of a 16-pulse train of terahertz pulses.Keywords
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