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The Lorentzian gain profile of an optical amplifier has a FWHM of 1 THz . Calculate the amplifier bandwidths when it is operated to provide 20 - and $30-\mathrm{dB}$ gain. Neglect gain saturation.

   The Lorentzian gain profile of an optical amplifier has a FWHM of 1 THz . Calculate the amplifier bandwidths when it is operated to provide 20 - and $30-\mathrm{dB}$ gain. Neglect gain saturation.

Fiber-Optic Communication Systems

Fiber-Optic Communication Systems

Govind P. Agrawal 3rd Edition

Chapter 6, Problem 1

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The Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM) of the gain profile indicates the bandwidth over which the amplifier can provide gain. In this case, the FWHM is given as 1 THz. Show more…

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The Lorentzian gain profile of an optical amplifier has a FWHM of 1 THz . Calculate the amplifier bandwidths when it is operated to provide 20 - and $30-\mathrm{dB}$ gain. Neglect gain saturation.

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