Random Plasmonic Laser Based on Bismuth/Aluminum/Yttria/Silver Co-Doped Silica Fiber with Microcavity Shaped Tip
In this study, we demonstrate a proof of principle of an all-fiber random laser due to the plasmonic effect. This was achieved with a fiber co-doped with bismuth/aluminum/yttria/silver in which a microsphere (microcavity) at the fiber’s tip was made using a splicing machine. The presence of bismuth...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2025-02-01
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| Series: | Fibers |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6439/13/2/17 |
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| Summary: | In this study, we demonstrate a proof of principle of an all-fiber random laser due to the plasmonic effect. This was achieved with a fiber co-doped with bismuth/aluminum/yttria/silver in which a microsphere (microcavity) at the fiber’s tip was made using a splicing machine. The presence of bismuth and silver nanoparticles in the fiber along with bismuth–aluminum phototropic centers stands behind the observed phenomenon. The effect can be attributed to the in-pair functioning of this unit as an active medium and volumetric plasmonic feedback, resulting in lasing at 807 nm under 532 nm pumping with a notably low (~2 mW) threshold. |
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| ISSN: | 2079-6439 |