학술논문
InAs-Based Single-Mode Distributed Feedback Interband Cascade Lasers
Document Type
Periodical
Author
Source
IEEE Journal of Quantum Electronics IEEE J. Quantum Electron. Quantum Electronics, IEEE Journal of. 51(9):1-7 Sep, 2015
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Language
ISSN
0018-9197
1558-1713
1558-1713
Abstract
InAs-based single-mode distributed feedback (DFB) interband cascade (IC) lasers were investigated. The DFB grating was patterned using interference lithography to etch the cladding-free upper separate confinement layer of the IC laser structure. Single-mode emission with a side mode suppression ratio of $\sim 30$ dB was obtained in continuous wave operation at temperatures up to 180 K near 4.5 $\mu \text{m}$ . A total tuning range of 16 nm could be achieved for a single device, with typical temperature- and current-tuning rates of 0.4 nm/K and 0.016 nm/mA, respectively. The impact of the DFB grating on device performance was evaluated and discussed in comparison with Fabry–Perot lasers.