We achieve Fano-like resonances in an all-in-fiber structure embedded with an in-line Mach-Zehnder interferometer (MZI). A fiber Bragg grating is inserted into MZI's one arm to form a resonance, which functions as the discrete state of the Fano-like resonance to couple with the continuum propagating mode of MZI in the fiber core. A theoretical model predicts the controllable resonance lineshape by changing the phase difference between the MZI's two interference pathways. Fano-like resonances with an extinction ratio over 20 dB are experimentally observed, which are reliably tuned into Lorentzian and electromagnetically induced transparency-like resonances by versatile methods. The realization of Fano-like resonances with broad tunability in this all-in-fiber structure holds potentials in fiber-based applications of sensing, signal processing and nonlinear optics.
We achieve Fano-like resonances in an all-in-fiber structure embedded with an in-line Mach-Zehnder interferometer (MZI). A fiber Bragg grating is inserted into MZI's one arm to form a resonance, which functions as the discrete state of the Fano-like resonance to couple with the continuum propagating mode of MZI in the fiber core. A theoretical model predicts the controllable resonance lineshape by changing the phase difference between the MZI's two interference pathways. Fano-like resonances with an extinction ratio over 20 dB are experimentally observed, which are reliably tuned into Lorentzian and electromagnetically induced transparency-like resonances by versatile methods. The realization of Fano-like resonances with broad tunability in this all-in-fiber structure holds potentials in fiber-based applications of sensing, signal processing and nonlinear optics.
Abstract A novel all-optical scheme for fast modulation of Fano-like resonance using Er/Yb doped fiber (EYDF) is proposed and demonstrated experimentally. In the integrated system, an apodized fiber Bragg grating (AFBG) is inserted into one arm of the fiber Mach–Zehnder interferometer (MZI), and the asymmetric Fano-like resonances is generated by the interference between the MZI mode and AFBG mode. In addition, a section of EYDF is inserted into the other arm of the MZI to control the phase difference between the two arms of the MZI. By adjusting the power of optical pump applied to the EYDF, the transmission spectrum lineshapes of the integrated device can be effectively modulated into asymmetric Fano-like resonances, symmetric transmission dip or electromagnetically induced transparency-like resonances, which has a fast response speed. The proposed all-optical Fano-like modulation scheme is simple in structure, and has advantages of remote control and long-term stability, providing potential applications in the fields of fast and slow light, optical filters and fiber sensing.
This study demonstrates the generation of a tunable all-fiber Fano resonance comb by incorporating a 10° tilted fiber Bragg grating (TFBG) into an all-fiber Mach–Zehnder interferometer (MZI). The TFBG generates the discrete state that couples with the continuum state of the MZI to produce all-fiber Fano resonance comb spanning an 80 nm spectral range. This system exhibits precise tunability, enabling continuous transitions among asymmetric Fano line shape, symmetric electromagnetically induced transparency, and electromagnetically induced absorption line shapes. The results also demonstrate that key spectral parameters, including the Fano parameter q , slope rate, and extinction ratio, exhibit periodic variation. The proposed approach offers a robust, low-loss, and scalable solution for multi-Fano resonance generation and holds promise for applications of high-sensitivity sensing and optical switching.
In this paper, we realize tunable Fano and electromagnetically induced transparency (EIT)-like resonances in the outputs of a nested feedback ring resonator. Compared with the traditional add-drop ring resonator, the feedback arm introduces interference between different resonance modes. Using coupled mode theory, we reveal that the output Fano resonances are the interference of discrete modes and continuum modes, whereas the EIT-like resonance only appears in the over-coupled state. We experimentally confirm the two effects using optical fiber ring resonators, finding that the Fano effect can be easily controlled with phase shifts in the feedback arm. Moreover, we achieve the double Fano resonance, which displays an ‘X’ type lineshape utilizing one ring resonator, predicting it to be a good candidate in wavelength monitor. The proposed simple configuration provides a platform to study Fano and EIT-like effect, which is useful in the optical filter, fast and slow light, optical switching, and optical sensing.
We experimentally and theoretically demonstrate electromagnetically induced transparency (EIT)-like and Fano resonance in a single quasi-cylindrical microresonator (QCMR). Stable controlling of the EIT and Fano resonance lineshapes can be achieved by vertically moving the resonator along its axis while in touch with the tapered fiber. Moreover, by horizontally scanning the coupling point along the tapered fiber, asymmetric Fano resonances of the transmission spectra are observed and can be engineered to vary periodically. Interestingly, the two different kinds of mechanisms that induce the Fano or EIT resonances can work on the same mode simultaneously. Our device offers a stable platform for controlling the EIT and Fano resonances and holds unique potential in all-optical switching, quantum information processing and sensitivity-enhanced sensing applications.
Spectroscopic signatures associated with symmetric Lorentzian and asymmetric Fano line shapes are ubiquitous. Distinct features of Fano resonances in contrast with conventional symmetric resonances have found several applications in photonics such as optical switching, sensing, lasing, and nonlinear and slow-light devices. It is therefore important to effectively generate and control these resonances. In this work, we show through ab initio simulations of coupled light–matter systems that Fano interference phenomena can be realized in a multimode photonic environment by strong coupling to the electromagnetic continuum. Specifically, we show that by effectively enhancing the light–matter coupling strength to the photon continuum in an experimentally feasible way, we can achieve a transition from Lorentzian to Fano lines shapes for both electronic and polaritonic excitations. An important outcome of switching between these spectral signatures is the possibility to control the Purcell enhancement of spontaneous emission alongside electromagnetically induced transparency, which is a special case of Fano resonances. Switching from Fano back to a Lorentzian profile can be achieved by physically reducing the coupling strength to the continuum of modes. Our results hold potential for realizing tunable Fano resonances of molecules and materials interacting with the electromagnetic continuum within multimode photonic environments.
After a fiber Bragg grating (FBG) is fabricated, the reflection spectrum of the FBG is generally not tunable without mechanical deformation or temperature adjustment. Here we present a microcavity-coupled FBG with both a tunable reflection lineshape and dispersion using electromagnetically induced transparency. The Fano interference of light in the FBG and the microcavity allows for dramatic modification of the reflection spectrum. The phase of the reflected spectrum is continuously tunable between 0 and 2π to produce various Fano lineshapes. The dispersion of the output light is adjustable from normal dispersion to abnormal dispersion, consequently providing an adjustable speed of light. Additionally, it allows the FBG to switch from a notch filter to a bandpass filter at the resonant wavelength, which is not possible in a conventional uniform FBG.