On Criterion for Light Localization in Random Amplifying Media

Abstract

Conventional criteria for Anderson localization of light in random media are not directly applicable in presence of gain. We study a ratio of [transmission coefficient]/[energy stored in system] as a possible alternative criterion.

Meeting Name

Frontiers in Optics (2008: Oct. 19-23, Rochester, NY)

Department(s)

Physics

Keywords and Phrases

Anderson Localization; Light Localization; Random Media; Transmission Coefficients; Light

International Standard Book Number (ISBN)

978-1557528612

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

2162-2701

Document Type

Article - Conference proceedings

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2008 Optical Society of America (OSA), All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Oct 2008

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