Title :
The linewidth enhancement factor of semiconductor lasers: usefulness, limitations, and measurements
Author_Institution :
Dipt. di Elettron., Univ. di Pavia, Pavia, Italy
Abstract :
The relevance of the linewidth enhancement factor is discussed based on its physical and practical significance. Results obtained by several experimental methods are compared. Specific features of different lasers such as QDs and QCLs are enlightened.
Keywords :
quantum cascade lasers; quantum dot lasers; QCL; QD; linewidth enhancement factor; quantum cascade lasers; quantum dot lasers; semiconductor lasers;
Conference_Titel :
IEEE Photonics Society, 2010 23rd Annual Meeting of the
Conference_Location :
Denver, CO
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-5368-9
DOI :
10.1109/PHOTONICS.2010.5698940
