The role of carrier accumulation in the optical confinement layer in output efficiency deterioration of laser diodes

Eugene A. Avrutin, Boris S. Ryvkin

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Abstract

Analytical and semi-Analytical theory of the effects of carriers in the Optical Confinement Layer on the output efficiency degradation of high-power diode lasers is summarized. The main sources of carrier accumulation and the implications for laser design are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 International Semiconductor Laser Conference, ISLC 2016
PublisherIEEE
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)9784885523069
Publication statusPublished - 2 Dec 2016
Event2016 International Semiconductor Laser Conference, ISLC 2016 - Kobe, Japan
Duration: 12 Sept 201615 Sept 2016

Conference

Conference2016 International Semiconductor Laser Conference, ISLC 2016
Country/TerritoryJapan
CityKobe
Period12/09/1615/09/16

Keywords

  • efficiency
  • high power lasers
  • semiconductor lasers

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