Quantum theory of parametric frequency conversion

József Janszky, Yu. Ya. Yushin

Yu A Il'inskiĭ, Vladimir D Taranukhin

A theory is developed of four-photon parametric frequency conversion in gases under two-photon resonance conditions. A study is made of the polarization characteristics of the process and of the conditions under which the conversion efficiency has its maximum value.

Davıd L. Andrews, Kayn A. Forbes, Jack Ford

Issues of a fundamental quantum origin exert a significant effect on the output mode structures in optically parametric processes. An assumption that each frequency conversion event occurs in an infinitesimal volume produces uncertainty in the output wave-vector, but a rigorous, photon-based theory can provide for a finite conversion volume. It identifies the electrodynamic mechanisms operating within the corresponding region of space and time, on an optical wavelength and cycle timescale. Based on quantum electrodynamics, this theory identifies specific material parameters that determine the extent and measure of delocalized frequency conversion, and its equations deliver information on the output mode structures. The results also indicate that a system of optimally sized nanoparticles can display a substantially enhanced efficiency of frequency conversion.

Yong Hui Yu

Yu A Il'inskiĭ, Vera M. Petnikova