Development of novel nonlinear time-tenses for ultrafast signal processing applications

Manipulation and characterization of ultrafast optical signals are fundamental procedures for a wide range of applications, including telecommunications, biology, quantum information science, spectroscopy, and atomic and molecular physics. In this context, the so-called theory of space-time duality offers a powerful framework for the development of important optical signal processing functionalities. One of its key elements is the time-lens (TL). A TL is the time-domain equivalent of a spatial thin lens, namely, a device that imparts a quadratic temporal phase modulation to an optical signal. This project will address the performance enhancement of the time-bandwidth product of TLs, allowing the improvement of all kind of measurement devices and signal-processing tools involving the use of a TL. This have a great interest in modern science and technology, since it will enable the development of advanced signal-processing systems, which will allow unveiling the underlying physics of ultrafast transient and non-repetitive interesting phenomena.

Faculty Supervisor:

José Azaña

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Partner:

Instituto Balseiro

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Information and Communications Technology; Technology; Quantum Science

University:

Université du Québec : Institut national de la recherche scientifique

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