Intermittent irregular, quasi-periodic and quasi-stationary pulse emission in a thulium-doped fiber laser without polarization control

Key Points

• Pulse emission varies intermittently and shows both irregular and quasi-periodic patterns.
• Observations noted unique characteristics of laser output without polarization control affecting performance.
• Investigation utilized a thulium-doped fiber laser design examining its operational mechanics and behavior.
• Findings emphasize potential applications of thulium-doped fiber lasers in various technologies, needing further exploration.