Title :
Studies on the relative advantages of quantum-dot and quantum-well gain media in lasers and amplifiers
Author_Institution :
Sandia Nat. Labs., Albuquerque, NM, USA
Abstract :
The merit of quantum-dot versus quantum-well lasers is much debated. This paper describes an attempt at an answer by examining intrinsic behavior and underlying physics, using a microscopic theory with a rigorous treatment of scattering.
Keywords :
laser beams; quantum dot lasers; quantum well lasers; gain media; microscopic theory; quantum-dot laser; quantum-well laser; scattering treatment; Absorption; Laser excitation; Laser theory; Optical scattering; Particle scattering; Physics; Quantum dots; Quantum well lasers; Refractive index; Semiconductor lasers;
Conference_Titel :
Lasers and Electro-Optics, 2009 and 2009 Conference on Quantum electronics and Laser Science Conference. CLEO/QELS 2009. Conference on
Conference_Location :
Baltimore, MD
Print_ISBN :
978-1-55752-869-8
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-55752-869-8
