Abstract
Laser emission over a broad range of frequencies from 2.8 to 4.1 THz is reported from a two-quantum well, photon-phonon cascade structure. Internal quantum efficiencies reaching 43 % are evaluated at 10 K. Maximum operating temperatures of 125 K are reported, with peak optical powers in excess of 30 mW from a double-metal ridge waveguide. The laser operates in both polarities, showing laser action in reverse bias up to a temperature of 90 K.
© 2010 Optical Society of America
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