Pulse-state switchable mode-locked Tm-doped fiber laser based on linear-cavity nonlinear polarization rotation

We present an experimental demonstration of a pulse-state switchable Tm-doped fiber laser, mode-locked using linear-cavity nonlinear polarization rotation (LNPR). Compared to previous LNPR lasers with free-space structures, our laser cavity employs an all-fiber design, which enhances the laser flexibility. The laser operates in three states within a large anomalous dispersion, including conventional soliton, multi-pulse, and noise-like pulse states. This research provides an effective solution for realizing a multifunctional Tm-doped fiber laser with a simple and stable configuration, making it both appealing and promising for various practical applications.