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Transverse effects in nonlinear planar resonators: I. modal theory

par Haelterman, Marc ;Vitrant, Guy;Reinisch, Raymond
Référence Journal of the Optical Society of America. B, Optical physics, 7, page (1309-1318)
Publication Publié, 1990

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On the basis of a pole analysis, we derive a simple and powerful model of the nonlinear Fabry-Perot resonator. Our theory extends the modal approach, which was already developed for the nonlinear prism coupler, to the Fabry-Perot resonator for any angle of incidence. The main advantage of the modal approach is that it greatly simplifies the numerical study of transverse effects and provides a deep understanding of physical phenomena related to optical bistability. By means of a simple analysis of the equations, our model permits us to discuss the role of diffraction and the influence of the incident angle on the nonlinear Fabry-Perot behavior. © 1990 Optical Society of America.