Widely and discretely tunable laser using MEMS technology

A. Q. Liu, X. M. Zhang

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Abstract

A miniaturized external-cavity laser has been developed by using discrete wavelength tuning approach. The laser system is formed by integrating a semiconductor laser, a single-mode optical fiber and a micromachined mirror onto a single chip. It has an overall dimension of 1.5 μm × 1 μm × 0.6 μm (not including the optical fiber) and can be tuned within a wavelength range of 13.5 nm. The new laser system has great advantages over the conventional continuously-tunable lasers in term of simplicity, tuning range, tuning speed and wavelength/mechanical stability.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2003 IEEE/LEOS International Conference on Optical MEMS
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages73-74
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)078037830X, 9780780378308
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2003
Externally publishedYes
Event2003 IEEE/LEOS International Conference on Optical MEMS - Waikoloa, United States
Duration: 18 Aug 200321 Aug 2003

Publication series

Name2003 IEEE/LEOS International Conference on Optical MEMS

Conference

Conference2003 IEEE/LEOS International Conference on Optical MEMS
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWaikoloa
Period18/08/0321/08/03

Keywords

  • Fiber lasers
  • Laser feedback
  • Laser modes
  • Laser stability
  • Laser tuning
  • Micromechanical devices
  • Mirrors
  • Optical tuning
  • Semiconductor lasers
  • Tunable circuits and devices

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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