Digitally enhanced multi-wavelength stabilization using a passive fiber frequency reference

High-stability frequency stabilization between lasers is essential for applications such as precision metrology, frequency dissemination, and quantum communications. We demonstrate the use of code-based multiplexing of a passive fiber-based interferometer for frequency stabilization and transfer between lasers separated by 85 GHz in frequency using a single shared passive reference. Out-of-loop characterization places an upper bound of sub-kHz/$\sqrt{\text{Hz}}$ on the transferred frequency noise at Fourier frequencies above 40 mHz, with a differential fractional stability of $7\times10^{-13}$ at 1 second. We also demonstrate continuous laser tunability and characterize the residual length noise coupling. Finally, we provide a framework for scaling the architecture to higher laser counts, offering a pathway to scalable, frequency agile stabilization of multiple light sources without the overhead of an optical frequency comb.

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Physical Review Applied
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2026-11-03
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https://doi.org/10.1103/f7cg-hsw2
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Advanced Frequency and Time Standards
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Digitally enhanced multi-wavelength stabilization using a passive fiber frequency reference

Chathura P. Bandutunga, Robert L. Ward, Hilma Karlsson, Vaishali Adya
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Digitally enhanced multi-wavelength stabilization using a passive fiber frequency reference

Chathura P. Bandutunga, Robert L. Ward, Hilma Karlsson, Vaishali Adya
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Abstract

High-stability frequency stabilization between lasers is essential for applications such as precision metrology, frequency dissemination, and quantum communications. We demonstrate the use of code-based multiplexing of a passive fiber-based interferometer for frequency stabilization and transfer between lasers separated by 85 GHz in frequency using a single shared passive reference. Out-of-loop characterization places an upper bound of sub-kHz/$\sqrt{\text{Hz}}$ on the transferred frequency noise at Fourier frequencies above 40 mHz, with a differential fractional stability of $7\times10^{-13}$ at 1 second. We also demonstrate continuous laser tunability and characterize the residual length noise coupling. Finally, we provide a framework for scaling the architecture to higher laser counts, offering a pathway to scalable, frequency agile stabilization of multiple light sources without the overhead of an optical frequency comb.

Physical Review Applied
Vetenskapsrådet, Wallenberg Center for Quantum Technology, Chalmers University of Technology
Openalex Percentile: Top 32%
Advanced Frequency and Time Standards
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