A nearly instantaneous gain response in quantum dash based optical amplifiers

作者:Capua A*; Eisenstein G; Reithmaier J P
来源:Applied Physics Letters, 2010, 97(13): 131108.
DOI:10.1063/1.3494528

摘要

We describe a unique phenomenon occurring in InAs/InP quantum dash amplifiers: a nearly instantaneous gain response taking place across the entire inhomogeneously broadened gain spectrum. The phenomenon is induced by a 100-150 fs pulse and is observable using multiwavelength pump probe measurements. Large bias levels and an intense pump pulse are imperative for enacting the ultrafast mechanism which is due to a combination of the gain inhomogeneity, nonlinear two photon absorption and the quantum wirelike density of state function.

  • 出版日期2010-9-27