High Power Fiber Optic Isolator With Improved Performance

Photonwares Inc. proposes to develop a new fiber optic isolator configuration with improved performance in forward and backward optical power handling exceeding 50W and reduced size/weight. The new design incorporates several novel technologies that leverage the company’s production experience and understanding of the high power properties in fiber components by fundamentally addressing key aspects of high power damage risks inside fiberoptic isolators. Phase I will provide detailed simulations and design optimization. We propose to fabricate prototypes of key components to validate the proposed underlying technologies. Photonwares is well positioned to transition these developments into practical products, based on our existing product line of fiber laser components.