Abstract
We present a new type of domain-wall vector solitary waves in isotropic self-defocusing Kerr media. These domain walls consist of localized structures separating uniform field domains of orthogonal linear polarizations. They result from the interplay between diffraction, self-phase modulation and cross-phase modulation in cases where the nonlinear birefringence coefficient B = χ(3)xyyx/χ(3)xxxx is negative. Numerical simulations show that these new vector solitary waves are stable.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 167-172 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Optics Communications |
Volume | 141 |
Issue number | 3-4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Sept 1997 |
Externally published | Yes |