Minimum single-photon detector bias for linear mode operation using Mach-Zehnder modulator interference

Kristina Colladay; Brian Vorees; Bryan Jacobs

doi:10.1117/12.850528

16 April 2010 Minimum single-photon detector bias for linear mode operation using Mach-Zehnder modulator interference

Kristina Colladay, Brian Vorees, Bryan Jacobs

Proceedings Volume 7702, Quantum Information and Computation VIII; 77020Q (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.850528
Event: SPIE Defense, Security, and Sensing, 2010, Orlando, Florida, United States

Abstract

The externally applied bias operation of linear mode avalanche photodetectors (APDs) is extended and compared to single photon avalanche photodetectors (SPADs). The minimum bias required for linear operation is calculated using the effective voltage field in the photodetector through Mach-Zehnder modulator (MZM) interference which allows for quantifiable incident peak and dc optical powers. This mode of operation allows for a quantifiable minimum bias on the diode, may enable a dualuse for single photon detectors at higher optical powers, and ensures RF signal conversion.

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Kristina Colladay, Brian Vorees, and Bryan Jacobs "Minimum single-photon detector bias for linear mode operation using Mach-Zehnder modulator interference", Proc. SPIE 7702, Quantum Information and Computation VIII, 77020Q (16 April 2010); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.850528

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