Topological Photonics for Enabling High-Power Lasers
Abstract
In this project, we focus on developing topological photonics for enabling high-power lasers. To further this objective,theoretical research was conducted that spans a variety of domains. In one body of work, we used machine learning and mathematical tools to describe the topological nature of photonic crystals, with a goal of finding new topological photonic crystals to enable lasers. In another body of work, we developed novel concepts for lasers based on nonlinear gain and loss mechanisms, which can be used to generate quantum states of light far below the shot noise limit. Suchlaser's rely on dispersion and interference mechanisms that could one day be implemented through topological means.In a final body of work, we developed a theoretical formalism for describing the optical properties of time dependent materials, and showed how these materials can be used as novel gain sources for potential lasers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 22, 2023
- Accession Number
- AD1230732
Entities
People
- Marin Soljačić
Organizations
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology