This work considers the advantages and drawbacks of fibre-optical platforms as used for development of short-pulsed light sources and experimental research installations. Solutions are analysed, which enable active, dynamic, and tuneable control of light. A unique combination of conditions — medium dispersion, nonlinearity, and radiation spectral range — gives rise to new states of light, interesting both scientifically and practically. The prospects of the fibre-optical platforms for development of next-generation lasers and research equipment are discussed.
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