Frequency modulation noise and linewidth reduction in a semiconductor laser by means of a negative frequency feedback technique

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Abstract
Electrical negative frequency feedback control has been shown to reduce frequency modulation (FM) noise linewidth in semiconductor lasers. The method is based on the direct frequency modulation capability of a semiconductor laser. An error signal is extracted through optical heterodyne frequency discrimination detection using a stable master laser. FM noise is reduced by more than 20 dB and linewidth is reduced by one order of magnitude.