Abstract
Advances in optical parametric amplification is reviewed. The properties of two-pump parametric amplifiers are discussed. Practical applications in wavelength conversion, all-optical signal regeneration and polarization invariant amplification are outlined. The limitations imposed by highly nonlinear fiber imperfections on two-pump amplifier design are analyzed.
© 2003 Optical Society of America
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