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Journal article

Heat sink sandwich extends wavelength for semiconductor membrane laser

Publication Details

Authors:

Kahle, H.

Publisher:

PENNWELL PUBL CO

Publication year:

2017

Journal:

Laser Focus World

Pages range :

70-73

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ISSN:

1043-8092

eISSN:

1043-8092

URN / URL:

https://www.laserfocusworld.com/lasers-sources/article/16548200/novel-lasers-heat-sink-sandwich-extends-wavelength-for-semiconductor-membrane-laser

Languages:

English

Abstract

By sandwiching a quantum well or dot membrane between diamond or SiC heat sinks, laser-media cooling is maximized and the need for a reflector mirror is eliminated, extending the wavelength performance for a new breed of semiconductor laser.