Abstract
Photochemical or photophysical transformations induced by highly monochromatic laser radiation can drastically reduce the concentration of molecules absorbing at a particular wavelength within an inhomogeneously broadened absorption band. These spectral holes can be broadened, removed, shifted or split by the application of an external electric field under appropriate conditions. This property provides a nonlinear response in sample transmission, absorption, or diffraction and can be coupled with feedback to produce novel electro-optical devices. These devices include electrically activated, frequency selective, monostable, bistable, or multistable switches.
© 1991 Optical Society of America
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