Localized modes in open one-dimensional dissipative random systems

K. Yu Bliokh, Yu P. Bliokh, V. Freilikher, A. Z. Genack, B. Hu, P. Sebbah

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Abstract

We consider, both theoretically and experimentally, the excitation and detection of the localized quasimodes (resonances) in an open dissipative 1D random system. We show that, even though the amplitude of transmission drops dramatically so that it cannot be observed in the presence of small losses, resonances are still clearly exhibited in reflection. Surprisingly, small losses essentially improve conditions for the detection of resonances in reflection as compared with the lossless case. An algorithm is proposed and tested to retrieve sample parameters and resonance characteristics inside the random system exclusively from reflection measurements.

Original languageEnglish
Article number243904
JournalPhysical Review Letters
Volume97
Issue number24
DOIs
StatePublished - 15 Dec 2006

Funding

FundersFunder number
National Science Foundation
Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences0538350

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