Reducing the cross-talk among different orbital angular momentum modes in turbulent atmosphere by using a focusing mirror

The cross-talk among different orbital angular momentum (OAM) modes induced by the turbulent atmosphere is a challenging effect commonly occurring in OAM-based free-space optical (FSO) communication. The aim of this study is to propose a simple method to reduce the crosstalk and demonstrate its effect by analytical derivation and numerical simulation. It is found that the crosstalk is largely reduced by using a focusing mirror. Our results will be useful in free-space optical communication.