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Optimization and fabrication of 780 nm DFB lasers for quantum systems

Presented in: SPIE Quantum West 2023 Authors: Riina Ulkuniemi, Luukas Kuusela, Timo Aho, Petteri Uusimaa    Presented in: SPIE Quantum West 2023 Authors: Riina Ulkuniemi, Luukas Kuusela, Timo Aho, Petteri Uusimaa   Laser diode solutions for quantum systems have highly variable requirements, depending on the technology and purpose of the laser used in the application – for instance, quantum control of particles or molecules and excitation of the quantum systems. Requirements of the laser systems used in the mentioned applications are highly demanding, such as single-mode operation, frequency stability over operation lifetime and narrow spectral linewidth. Narrow spectral linewidth can be achieved with Continue reading →

High aspect ratio DBR gratings for narrow linewidth red lasers

Presented in: SPIE Quantum West 2023 Authors: Luukas Kuusela, Riina Ulkuniemi, Timo Aho, Petteri Uusimaa    Presented in: SPIE Quantum West 2023 Authors: Luukas Kuusela, Riina Ulkuniemi, Timo Aho, Petteri Uusimaa   In interferometry, spectroscopy, and holography, HeNe lasers or semiconductor lasers with external wavelength stabilization have been widely used to achieve the required narrow linewidth at 633 nm. Semiconductor lasers utilizing wavelength selective grating fabricated on semiconductor chip enable the miniaturization of laser systems while also providing numerous advantages such as low energy consumption, reliability and tunability by temperature and injection current. Moreover, DBR gratings reduce the complexity of the laser system compared Continue reading →