Abstract
A review of current fiber-based technologies capable of producing slow-light
effects is presented, with emphasis on the applicability of these technologies
to telecommunications. We begin with a review of the basic concepts of phase
velocity, group velocity, and group delay. We then present a survey of some
of the figures of merit used to quantify the engineering properties of slow-light
systems. We also present a description of several of the physical processes
that are commonly used to induce a slow-light effect. Finally, a review of
some recent advances in this field is presented.
© 2008 IEEE
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