On the large quantity fabrication and reproducibility of all-fiber photonic lanterns

Julian Rypalla; Stella Vješnica; Kalaga Madhav; Adrian Lorenz; Tina Eschrich; Elmar Schmälzlin; Aline N. Dinkelaker; Martin M. Roth

doi:10.1117/12.3018846

26 August 2024 On the large quantity fabrication and reproducibility of all-fiber photonic lanterns

Julian Rypalla, Stella Vješnica, Kalaga Madhav, Adrian Lorenz, Tina Eschrich, Elmar Schmälzlin, Aline N. Dinkelaker, Martin M. Roth

Author Affiliations +

Proceedings Volume 13100, Advances in Optical and Mechanical Technologies for Telescopes and Instrumentation VI; 131006P (2024) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3018846
Event: SPIE Astronomical Telescopes + Instrumentation, 2024, Yokohama, Japan

Conference Poster

Abstract

Photonic Lanterns (PLs) play a crucial role in astrophotonic technologies, converting multi-mode inputs to single-mode outputs while being theoretically low loss. Despite technical advancements, the reproducibility of PLs remains unexplored. We present a study characterizing multiple PLs to address the challenges of mass production. Initial results indicate high taper rate consistency, vital for PL stability and their integration into astrophotonic instruments. Beyond taper measurements, our comprehensive evaluation includes throughput, near-field, and chromatic analysis, ensuring mass produced PLs meet stringent telescope requirements.

Citation Download Citation

Julian Rypalla, Stella Vješnica, Kalaga Madhav, Adrian Lorenz, Tina Eschrich, Elmar Schmälzlin, Aline N. Dinkelaker, and Martin M. Roth "On the large quantity fabrication and reproducibility of all-fiber photonic lanterns", Proc. SPIE 13100, Advances in Optical and Mechanical Technologies for Telescopes and Instrumentation VI, 131006P (26 August 2024); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3018846

ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE

INSTITUTIONAL
Select your institution to access the SPIE Digital Library.

SELECT YOUR INSTITUTION

PERSONAL
Sign in with your SPIE account to access your personal subscriptions or to use specific features such as save to my library, sign up for alerts, save searches, etc.

PERSONAL SIGN IN

No SPIE Account? Create one

PURCHASE THIS CONTENT

SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL LIBRARY

50 downloads per 1-year subscription

Members: $195

Non-members: $335 ADD TO CART

25 downloads per 1 - year subscription

Members: $145

Non-members: $250 ADD TO CART

PURCHASE SINGLE ARTICLE

Includes PDF, HTML & Video, when available