Amplitude Equalization of Rational Harmonic Mode-Locked Laser by Using an Active Ring Filter

Zi Yuejiao; Jiang Yang; Li Hongxia; Bai Guangfu; Ma Chuang; Jia Zhenrong; Wu Tingwei; Huang Fengqin

doi:10.3788/aos201636.0306003

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