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Static and dynamic bifurcations in semiconductor lasers for device applications

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The properties of semiconductor lasers are reviewed within the framework of bifurcation theory and presented as a means for constructing new devices. Static bifurcations are shown to be related to two forms of non-reciprocity. One case of non-reciprocity is found to be analogous to effects in other non-linear waveguides; the second form appears to be novel. Dynamic bifurcations are considered in relation to delay-induced instabilities with particular attention given to multiple time-delay effects. The potential for exploiting properties of systems near bifurcations is examined and shown to be of great applications potential. The role to be played by semiconductor lasers in deepening knowledge of dynamic systems is indicated.

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Shore, K.A. Static and dynamic bifurcations in semiconductor lasers for device applications. Opt Quant Electron 19 (Suppl 1), S113–S119 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02034358

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