title: Theory of fused-tapered nonlinear optical fiber couplers.
abstract: We describe the principles underlying the operation of a nonlinear fused-tapered coupler. By analyzing a simplified model, we show that such a coupler may lead to new devices for switching and modulating optical power.
authors.forename: W
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Samir
authors.forename: S J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Garth
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Pask