论文信息 - Enhancement of OFDR-OCT sensitivity using semiconductor optical amplifier

Enhancement of OFDR-OCT sensitivity using semiconductor optical amplifier

We propose a new method to increase the sensitivity of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) beyond the conventional shot noise limit using optical amplifiers. Criterion for effective use of optical amplifiers for OCT is discussed. Enhancement of OCT images is demonstrated with optical frequency domain reflectometry (OFDR) OCT.

Kota Asaka | Kohji Ohbayashi | Takuji Amano | P. Jayavel

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