Elsevier, Comptes Rendus Physique, 10(10), p. 980-990
DOI: 10.1016/j.crhy.2009.09.002
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Efficient slow and fast light fiber devices based on narrow band optical parametric amplification require a strict polarization control of the waves involved in the interaction. The use of high birefringence and spun fibers is studied theoretically, possible impairments evaluated, and design parameters determined.