Abstract
A novel class of nonlinear optical processes is described in which radiation at the nth harmonic is generated through the use of a -order nonlinearity. Utilizing an odd-order nonlinearity, this process allows for the generation and amplification of both odd- and even-order harmonics in isotropic materials. Additionally, this process can always be phase matched in normal-dispersion materials without the use of birefringence. Experimental results are presented in which conical third-harmonic emission is generated from a sapphire sample.
- Received 1 November 2001
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.88.153901
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