Optimization of buffer layers for InGaAs/AlGaAs PIN optical modulators grown on GaAs substrates by molecular beam epitaxy

作者: D. S. Katzer , W. S. Rabinovich , K. Ikossi-Anastasiou , G. C. Gilbreath

DOI: 10.1116/1.591481

关键词: IndiumOptical modulatorMolecular beam epitaxyBuffer (optical fiber)Gallium arsenideMaterials scienceQuantum wellLayer (electronics)OptoelectronicsSurface roughness

摘要: In this work we compare the effect of buffer layer on device quality and surface morphology strained InGaAs/AlGaAs PIN multiple quantum well (MQW) modulators. We examine GaAs layers linearly graded InGaAs layers. Our results indicate that for lower indium concentrations in wells (less than about 23%) better performance are obtained by growing directly GaAs. MQWs with mole fractions higher 24% have properties when a is used.

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