We present the dynamics of quantum-dot passively mode-locked semiconductor lasers under optical injection. We discuss the benefits of various configurations of the master source including single, dual, and multiple coherent frequency sources. In particular, we demonstrate that optical injection can improve the properties of the slave laser in terms of time-bandwidth product, optical linewidth, and timing jitter.
Published in:
Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics, IEEE Journal of
(Volume:17
,
Issue:
5
)
Date of Publication: Sept.-Oct. 2011