Comprehensive numerical model for cw vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers

G. R. Hadley, Kevin L. Lear, Mial E. Warren, Kent D. Choquette, Jeff W. Scott, Scott W. Corzine

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Abstract

We present a comprehensive numerical model for vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers that includes all major processes effecting cw operation of axisymmetric devices. In particular, our model includes a description of the 2D transport of electrons and holes through the cladding layers to the quantum well(s), diffusion and recombination processes of these carriers within the wells, the 2D transport of heat throughout the device, and a multilateral-mode effective index optical model. The optical gain acquired by photons traversing the quantum wells is computed including the effects of strained band structure and quantum confinement. We employ our model to predict the behavior of higher-order lateral modes in proton-implanted devices, and to provide an understanding of index-guiding in devices fabricated using selective oxidation.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
PublisherSociety of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers
Pages336-347
Number of pages12
ISBN (Print)0819417467
StatePublished - 1995
Externally publishedYes
EventPhysics and Simulation of Optoelectronic Devices III - San Jose, CA, USA
Duration: Feb 6 1995Feb 9 1995

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume2399
ISSN (Print)0277-786X

Other

OtherPhysics and Simulation of Optoelectronic Devices III
CitySan Jose, CA, USA
Period2/6/952/9/95

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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