A feedback algorithm for polarization control using two rotatable wave plates with variable birefringence

In this paper, we present a simple and effective feedback algorithm for endless polarization control that uses two wave plates with rotating axes and variable birefringence. We derive the error function and introduce the principle of the feedback control algorithm, and then we prove its feasibility...

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Published inOptics communications Vol. 259; no. 2; pp. 603 - 611
Main Authors Rong, Weifeng, Dupont, Laurent
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Amsterdam Elsevier B.V 15.03.2006
Elsevier Science
Elsevier
Subjects
Algorithm
Birefringence
Engineering Sciences
Exact sciences and technology
Fundamental areas of phenomenology (including applications)
Optics
Photonic
Physics
Polarization
Polarization controller
Wave optics
Wave plate
Polarization
42.25.J
Wave plate
Algorithm
42.25.L
Polarization controller
Degrees of freedom
Error function
Theoretical study
Polarization mode dispersion
Optical polarization
Algorithms
Feedback
Optical communication
Birefringence
42.25.L Polarization
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Summary:In this paper, we present a simple and effective feedback algorithm for endless polarization control that uses two wave plates with rotating axes and variable birefringence. We derive the error function and introduce the principle of the feedback control algorithm, and then we prove its feasibility with simulations.
ISSN:0030-4018
1873-0310
DOI:10.1016/j.optcom.2005.09.032