Review on Photonic crystal fiber as dispersion compensating fiber

Abstract

This paper provides an overview of PCFs, outlining their design principles and mechanisms. Photonic crystal fibers (PCFs) have garnered significant attention due to their unique optical properties, not achievable with traditional optical fibers. By integrating optical and photonic crystal features, PCFs offer distinct advantages such as tailored dispersion, high nonlinearity, and minimal confinement loss. Unlike conventional fibers, PCFs overcome structural limitations, providing endless single-mode operation, high sensitivity, and strong birefringence. It focuses on dispersion management within PCFs, crucial for optimizing their performance in various applications. With their exceptional characteristics, PCFs find utility in diverse fields including ophthalmology, dentistry imaging, and military applications.