Fast optoelectronic switch has high sensitivity

Aug. 1, 1994
Researchers at IMEC (Leuven, Belgium) and Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium) developed an AlGaAs/GaAs device that acts as an optoelectronic switch at speeds as high as 16 MH¥and is sensitive to opticalenergy differences as low as 250 fJ. In other words, the device completed a switching cycle in 60 ns, switching correctly when exposed to energydensity differences as low as 0.21 fJ/µm2.

Researchers at IMEC (Leuven, Belgium) and Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium) developed an AlGaAs/GaAs device that acts as an optoelectronic switch at speeds as high as 16 MH¥and is sensitive to opticalenergy differences as low as 250 fJ. In other words, the device completed a switching cycle in 60 ns, switching correctly when exposed to energydensity differences as low as 0.21 fJ/µm2.

Fullerenes quickly grow lowhydrogen diamond films

Sponsored Recommendations

Optical Filter Orientation Guide

Sept. 5, 2024
Ensure optimal performance of your optical filters with our Orientation Guide. Learn the correct placement and handling techniques to maximize light transmission and filter efficiency...

Advanced Spectral Accuracy: Excitation Filters

Sept. 5, 2024
Enhance your fluorescence experiments with our Excitation Filters. These filters offer superior transmission and spectral accuracy, making them ideal for exciting specific fluorophores...

Raman Filter Sets for Accurate Spectral Data

Sept. 5, 2024
Enhance your Raman spectroscopy with our specialized Raman Filter Sets. Designed for high precision, these filters enable clear separation of Raman signals from laser excitation...

Precision-Engineered Longpass Filters

Sept. 5, 2024
Discover our precision-engineered Longpass Filters, designed for high transmission and optimal wavelength separation. Perfect for fluorescence imaging, microscopy, and more.

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Laser Focus World, create an account today!