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- A novel polarization switcher utilizes liquid crystal technology and operates over a bandwidth of 200 nm without needing special birefringent elements.
- The design is based on polarization mode dispersion theory in optical fibers, allowing for effective broadband polarization control.
- The device takes advantage of the high resolution available in commercial twisted nematic liquid crystal displays, making it ideal for modulating the intensity of short pulse lasers.
Article Abstract
A spatially resolved polarization switcher operating over a bandwidth of 200 nm is demonstrated. The system is based on liquid crystal technology and no specific-purpose birefringent element is required. The procedure is founded on the polarization mode dispersion theory of optical fibers, which provides a convenient framework for the design of broadband polarization systems. Our device benefits from the high resolution of off-the-shelf twisted nematic liquid crystal displays and is well suited for spatial modulation of the intensity of broadband beams, such as those coming from few-cycle femtosecond lasers.
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