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Quantum well lasers

Peter S. Zory
TLDR
In this article, the origin of Quantum Wells and the Quantum Well Laser is discussed and the effect of intrinsic relaxation on optical spectra is discussed, as well as the properties of Quantum Well Lasers.
Abstract
Foreword: The Origin of Quantum Wells and the Quantum Well Laser. Optical Gain in III-V Bulk and Quantum Well Semiconductors. Intraband Relaxation Effect on Optical Spectra. Multiquantum Well Lasers: Threshold Considerations. Ultra-Low Threshold Quantum Well Lasers. Dynamics of Quantum Well Lasers. Single Quantum Well Ingaasp and Algaas Lasers: A Study of Some Peculiarities. Valence Band Engineering in Quantum Well Lasers. Strained Layer Quantum Well Heterostructure Lasers. Algainp Quantum Well Lasers. Quantum Wire Semiconductor Lasers. Chapter References. Index.

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