Semiconductor-Laser Physics

by Weng W. Chow, Murray Sargent iii, Stephan W. Koch

This textbook gives a broad overview of the underlying physics and operational principles of semiconductor lasers from the viewpoint of internationally well-known scientists from the University of Arizona. Starting with a discussion of semiconductor laser diodes, including basic laser devices, heterostructures, gain and index guiding, the relevant concepts of semiconductor physics are summarized.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3642647529
• ISBN13: 9783642647529
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 497 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.2"