Bistability and nonreciprocity in nonlinear disordered media

Ilya V. Shadrivov, Kostya Y. Bliokh, Yuri P. Bliokh, Valentin Freilikher, Yuri S. Kivshar

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Abstract

We study wave transmission through a nonlinear random medium and predict a novel effect resulting from an interplay of nonlinearity and disorder. We reveal that nonlinearity leads to bistable and nonreciprocal transmission properties of the localized modes.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2010
StatePublished - 2010
EventQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2010 - San Jose, CA, United States
Duration: 16 May 201021 May 2010

Publication series

NameOptics InfoBase Conference Papers
ISSN (Electronic)2162-2701

Conference

ConferenceQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2010
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Jose, CA
Period16/05/1021/05/10

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