Study of Wavelength Dependence of Mode Instability Based on a Semi-Analytical Model

We present theoretical study of wavelength dependence of mode instability (MI) in high power fiber lasers, which employs an improved semi-analytical theoretical model. The influence of pump/seed wavelength and photodarkening on threshold has been studied. The results indicate promising MI suppression through pumping or seeding at an appropriate wavelength. Small amounts of photodarkening can lead to a significant impact on MI.

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