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Unveiling the hidden dynamics of polarization domain walls in passive Kerr resonators

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  • Wang, Pengxiang
  • Wang, Maolin
  • Huang, Tianye
  • Xu, Yiqing
  • Fatome, Julien
  • Xu, Gang

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We present hitherto unexplored regimes of polarization-domain-wall dynamics, including breathing structures, quadristable states, and tail-locking configurations. Through comprehensive dynamic analysis of coupled Lugiato-Lefever equations, we systematically map distinct operational regimes encompassing stable polarization domain walls and counterparts capable of complex pulsating behaviors. By utilizing the dynamics characterization and spatial eigenvalue analysis, we establish a detailed phase diagram that elucidates the interplay between homogeneous steady states, domain walls, and polarization modulation instabilities under varying driving parameters. This investigation reveals rich vectorial nonlinear phenomena in normally dispersive optical cavities, providing fundamental insights for photonic applications.

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  • Wang, Pengxiang & Wang, Maolin & Huang, Tianye & Xu, Yiqing & Fatome, Julien & Xu, Gang, 2026. "Unveiling the hidden dynamics of polarization domain walls in passive Kerr resonators," Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, Elsevier, vol. 204(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:chsofr:v:204:y:2026:i:c:s0960077925017527
    DOI: 10.1016/j.chaos.2025.117739
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