This book contains a comprehensive examination of the macroscopic optical and spectral properties of rare earth doped silica glass. This vital resource establishes the relationship among compositions, structures, and properties of rare earth ion doped silica glasses and fibers, providing theoretical guidance for the design and application of active fiber components for laser and amplifier.

The book systematically introduces the waveguide structure and design principles of rare earth doped silica fibers, the preparation and characterization methods of these fibers, and the main...