Localized Structures in Dissipative Nonlinear Systems - Abstract

Kutz, J. Nathan

Light-bullet mode-locking, stabilization and control in planar waveguide arrays

Spatial mode-locking in three dimensions can be achieved in a slab waveguide array architecture. This study focuses on using the resulting robust and self-starting light bullet formation for photonics applications. Specifically, light bullets can be manipulated through a simple electronically addressable spatial gain dynamics. By applying gain ramps in time and/or space via electronics technology, complete control and manipulation of the light bullets can be achieved.