Abstract
We demonstrate stable mode-locking in a Yb: KYW laser by using a quantum-dot (QD) saturable absorber structure that incorporates a p-n junction. A reduction in the output pulse duration was measured when a reverse bias was applied to the QD saturable absorber mirror.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 294-296 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | IEEE Photonics Technology Letters |
Volume | 17 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Feb 2005 |
Keywords
- active mirror
- mode-lock laser
- quantum dot (QD)
- saturable absorber
- short pulse
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