Real-Time Waveform Characterization by Using Frequency-Resolved Optical Gating Capable of Carrier-Envelope Phase Determination

Abstract

We present real-time waveform characterization of ultrashort pulses by the use of a pulse-front tilt in frequency-resolved optical gating capable of carrier-envelope phase determination. Simultaneous measurement of cross-correlation frequency-resolved optical gating and electro-optic sampling signals has been realized without scanning any delays. Complete waveform characterization of single-cycle infrared pulses in real time has been demonstrated. The method has been also applied for characterization of more complex pulses, namely, a strongly chirped pulse after passing through a solid crystal or a distorted pulse due to the absorption of ambient air.

Keywords

• Ultrashort pulse measurements
• four wave mixing